Psychology Glossary
Glossary of Psychology
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Group fundraising
Deutsch: Gruppenfundraising / Español: Recaudación de fondos en grupo / Português: Arrecadação de fundos em grupo / Français: Collecte de fonds en groupe / Italiano: Raccolta fondi di gruppo
In the psychology context, Group fundraising refers to the collective efforts of individuals working together to raise money for a cause, project, or organization, and the psychological dynamics and mechanisms that influence the success of these efforts. This concept explores how group identity, social influence, motivation, and emotional engagement affect individuals' willingness to participate in and contribute to fundraising activities.
Syphilis
Deutsch: Syphilis / Español: sífilis / Português: sífilis / Français: syphilis / Italiano: sifilide
Syphilis is primarily known as a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. In the context of psychology, it is significant due to its potential effects on the brain and mental health, particularly in its later stages.
It is a bacterial STI that is divided into primary, secondary, and tertiary stages. A sexually transmitted infection that, in advanced stages, can attack major organ systems. a common sexually transmitted disease that may cross the placental barrier in the middle and later stages of pregnancy, causing miscarriage or serious birth defects.
Addiction Recovery
Deutsch: Suchtgenesung / Español: Recuperación de la adicción / Português: Recuperação do vício / Français: Rétablissement de la dépendance / Italiano: Recupero dalla dipendenza
Addiction Recovery refers to the Process through which individuals overcome Substance use disorders or behavioral addictions, regain Control over their lives, and achieve long-term well-Being. It involves physical, psychological, and social Healing, often requiring a Combination of Therapy, medical Treatment, peer support, and Lifestyle changes. The journey is highly individualized and may include setbacks, but the Goal is sustained sobriety and improved Quality of life.
Reflected failure
Deutsch: Reflektiertes Versagen / Español: Fracaso Reflejado / Português: Fracasso Refletido / Français: Échec Réfléchi / Italian: Fallimento Riflesso
Reflected failure in the context of psychology refers to the phenomenon where an individual experiences feelings of failure, embarrassment, or disappointment due to the perceived failures or shortcomings of others with whom they are closely associated. This concept is often discussed in relation to reflected appraisal and social identity theory, where one's self-esteem and self-concept are influenced by the successes and failures of their social Group or significant others.