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Simple deteriorative disorder which is also referred to as Simple schizophrenia refers to a progressive development over a one-year period of the following symptoms: marked decline in academic or occupational functioning, increasingly flattened affect, reduced quantity and quality of speech and activity, poor interpersonal rapport, and social withdrawal.

Simple Phobias (including Social Phobia) Category Anxiety Disorders Etiology Often a traumatic event is the precursor for a phobia, which may or may not be at the conscious level.

Simple schizophrenia which is also referred to as Simple deteriorative disorder refers to a progressive development over a one-year period of the following symptoms: marked decline in academic or occupational functioning, increasingly flattened affect, reduced quantity and quality of speech and activity, poor interpersonal rapport, and social withdrawal.

Deutsch: Einfachheit / Español: Sencillez / Português: Simplicidade / Français: Simplicité / Italiano: Semplicità

Simplicity in psychology refers to the preference for and impact of straightforward, clear, and uncomplicated concepts, behaviours, or environments on mental processes and well-being. Emphasising simplicity can reduce cognitive load, improve focus, and enhance emotional health by minimising stress, fostering clarity, and encouraging efficiency in decision-making.

Deutsch: Simulation / Español: Simulación / Português: Simulação / Français: Simulation / Italian: Simulazione

Simulation in psychology is a process where an individual imitates, models, or replicates a behaviour, emotion, or situation. This can occur consciously or unconsciously and serves various purposes, such as understanding others' emotions, practicing responses, or exploring hypothetical scenarios.

Simultaneous development means exercising multiple skills at the same time.

Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) refers to a variant of the PET scan that permits a longer and more detailed imaging analysis.

Deutsch: Einzelfallstudie / Español: Experimento de sujeto único / Português: Experimento de sujeito único / Français: Expérience sur sujet unique / Italiano: Esperimento su singolo soggetto

Single Subject Experiment, in the context of psychology, refers to a research design that focuses on closely observing and measuring the behavior of a single participant over time to determine the effects of a specific intervention or treatment. This approach contrasts with group studies, which compare outcomes across multiple participants. Single subject experiments are particularly useful in applied psychology fields, such as clinical psychology, educational psychology, and behavioral therapy, where individual variability and the effectiveness of personalized interventions are of interest.