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Skill

In the psychology context, a skill refers to the ability to perform tasks effectively through knowledge, practice, and aptitude. Skills can be cognitive, pertaining to the mental processes involved in acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses; physical, involving motor activities and coordination; or social, involving the ability to interact effectively with others. Psychological studies of skill encompass how skills are learned, mastered, and maintained over time, as well as how individuals differ in their ability to develop certain skills.

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Skilled nursing care

Skilled nursing care refers to daily nursing and rehabilitative care that can be performed only by a skilled medical personnel or under the supervision of skilled medical personnel.

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Skin

The term "skin" typically refers to the physical sensation of touch, or the sense of touch, also known as "tactile perception." The skin serves as the body's first line of defense, as well as being the largest organ of the body, and plays a critical role in the sense of touch.

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Skincare and self-esteem

The connection between skincare and self-esteem runs deeper than appearances. Skincare is not just about achieving healthy skin but also about nurturing your mental well-being. The daily act of caring for your skin reinforces self-worth and provides moments of calm in a busy world, directly impacting how you feel about yourself. Through a simple skincare routine, individuals can cultivate self-confidence and develop a positive self-image.

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Skinflint

Skinflint refers to a person who is stingy; a miser.

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Skinner Box

Deutsch: Skinner-Box / Español: Caja de Skinner / Português: Caixa de Skinner / Français: Boîte de Skinner / Italian: Scatola di Skinner

Skinner Box is a controlled environment used in behavioral psychology to study and manipulate animal behavior. Named after B.F. Skinner, this apparatus allows researchers to conduct experiments involving operant conditioning, where subjects (typically animals like rats or pigeons) learn to associate specific actions with consequences.

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Sleep

Sleep is a physical and mental resting state in which a person becomes relatively inactive and unaware of the environment.

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Sleep apnea

Sleep apnea refers to the disorder involving brief periods when breathing ceases during sleep.

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