Glossary U

Glossary U

Uremic encephalopathy refers to an altered mental status secondary to kidney failure.

In the psychology context, urgency refers to a personality trait or psychological state characterized by the tendency to experience strong impulses to act quickly and a sense of immediacy in response to internal or external stimuli. Urgency can manifest as a response to both positive and negative emotions, leading individuals to act hastily or without full consideration of the consequences. This trait is often discussed in the study of impulse control, decision-making, and emotional regulation.

Understanding Urination in the Psychology Context:

Urination, in the realm of psychology, is not typically a psychological phenomenon but a physiological one. It refers to the act of expelling urine from the bladder through the urethra. However, there are situations in which urination or issues related to it can have psychological implications, which we will explore in this context.

Deutsch: Urophilie / Español: Urofilia / Português: Urofilia / Français: Urophilie / Italiano: Urofilia /

Urophilia refers to one of the paraphilias which is characterized by marked distress over, or acting on, sexual urges that involve urine or contact with urine to derive sexual satisfaction.

US is the abbreviations of Unconditional or Unconditioned stimulus, a stimulus that elicits a particular response without the necessity of prior training.

Usability characterized by ease of use, or usability.

Useful and useless side of life is a term associated with Adlerian individual psychology which states that the individuals who operate on the "useful side of life" cooperate with the

Deutsch: Nützlichkeit / Español: Utilidad / Português: Utilidade / Français: Utilité / Italian: Utilità

Usefulness in the psychology context refers to the practical applicability and benefits of psychological theories, research, and interventions in real-world settings. It encompasses the effectiveness and value of psychological insights and tools in improving individual well-being, solving problems, and enhancing various aspects of life.