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Sociopath

Deutsch: Soziopath / Español: Sociopata / Português: Sociopata / Français: Sociopathe / Italiano: Sociopatico

A sociopath in the psychology context refers to an individual who exhibits characteristics of Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD), a mental health Condition characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for the rights of others, lack of empathy, and manipulative or deceitful behaviour. Sociopathy is marked by impulsivity, irresponsible actions, and a tendency to violate societal norms without feeling remorse or guilt.

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Sociopathy

Deutsch: Soziopathie / Español: Sociopatía / Português: Sociopatia / Français: Sociopathie / Italiano: Sociopatia

Sociopathy in the psychology context refers to a pattern of antisocial behaviour and personality traits that are characteristic of individuals diagnosed with Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). Sociopathy is marked by persistent disregard for the rights of others, impulsivity, deceitfulness, lack of empathy, and often a failure to conform to social norms and laws. Sociopaths can be manipulative, irresponsible, and display a lack of remorse for their actions, which frequently leads to conflicts with societal rules and interpersonal relationships.

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Socrates

Disagreed with the Sophists' (ca. 470_399 B.C.) contention that there is no discernible truth beyond individual opinion. Socrates believed that by examining a number of individual manifestations of a concept,

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Sodium

Deutsch: Natrium / Español: sodio / Português: sódio / Français: sodium / Italiano: sodio

Sodium is an active transport system across the membrane of the axon that exchanges three sodium ions for every two potassium ions.

In the context of psychology, sodium does not have a direct or specific meaning like it does in chemistry or biology. However, it indirectly plays a significant role due to its effects on brain function and overall mental health.

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Sodomy

Deutsch: Sodomie / Español: Sodomía / Português: Sodomia / Français: Sodomie / Italian: Sodomia

Sodomy in the psychology context typically refers to sexual practices that deviate from what is considered conventional or normative within a given society. The term historically encompasses a variety of sexual acts, but its usage and implications can vary significantly across cultural, legal, and psychological frameworks.

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Solidarity

Deutsch: Solidarität / Español: Solidaridad / Português: Solidariedade / Français: Solidarité / Italiano: Solidarietà

Solidarity in psychology refers to a shared sense of unity, support, and mutual commitment among individuals or groups, often driven by shared goals, values, or social identities. This psychological construct is essential for fostering empathy, cooperation, and resilience, especially in times of crisis or challenge.

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Solitary Play

Solitary Play refers to a type of play where the child plays alone with toys that are different from those used by the children within speaking distance and makes no effort to interact with other children.

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Soma

the cell body of a neuron that is the part of the neuron essential to the life and reproduction of the cell

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