Glossary V

Glossary V

Deutsch: Voluntarismus / Español: Voluntarismo / Português: Voluntarismo / Français: Volontarisme / Italian: Volontarismo

Voluntarism in the psychology context refers to the theory that the will, or the power of choice, is the primary or most fundamental component of human behaviour and mental processes. This concept emphasizes the role of voluntary actions, decisions, and the conscious control individuals exert over their thoughts, emotions, and actions. In psychology, voluntarism is often associated with the idea that the human mind actively organizes and interprets experiences rather than passively receiving them.

Volunteer bias refers to a bias in the results of sex surveys that arises when some people refuse to participate, so that those who are in the sample are volunteers who may in some ways differ from those who refuse to participate. It is a threat to external validity that occurs because volunteers are not perfectly representative of the general population.

Deutsch: Freiwilligenarbeit / Español: Voluntariado / Português: Voluntariado / Français: Bénévolat / Italian: Volontariato

Volunteering in the psychology context refers to the act of offering one’s time, skills, and effort to help others or support a cause without monetary compensation. In psychological terms, volunteering is associated with various mental and emotional benefits, including enhanced well-being, a sense of purpose, and social connectedness. It also offers insights into human motivation, altruism, and the social dynamics involved in pro-social behaviour.

Vox populi (VOKS POP-yuh-ly) noun Popular opinion; general sentiment. [From Latin, literally voice of the people.]

Voyeur refers to a person with the paraphilia of voyeurism.

Voyeurism refers to a Psychosexual Disorder in which a person derives sexual pleasure, Arousal and gratification from looking and observing unsuspecting persons undressing or naked and genital organs or observing the sexual acts/activities of others.

Vulnerability refers to susceptibility or tendency to develop a physical or mental disorder.

Vulva refers to the collective term for the external genitals of the female.