Psychology words

neocortex

The outermost, supposedly most evolved layer of the human brain, historically theorized…

psycholinguistics

The scientific study of the cognitive processes that enable humans to acquire, produce,…

interoception

The body's internal sense of its own physical state, such as feelings of hunger,…

brainstem

The stalk-like base of the brain that connects the cerebrum to the spinal cord,…

sulcus

A groove or furrow on the surface of the brain that separates adjacent ridges or…

mysticism

The association of a practice or belief with spiritual, supernatural, or religious…

insula

A small region of the cerebral cortex located deep within the lateral sulcus of the…

gyrus

A ridge or fold on the surface of the brain that increases the surface area for neural…

titillation

The act of providing superficial excitement or thrill, often in a way that is considered…

neurodivergence

The state of having a brain that functions in ways that diverge significantly from what…

oxytocin

A hormone and neurotransmitter produced in the brain that plays a critical role in social…

backdraft

A psychological reaction where an attempt to cultivate self-compassion or kindness…

hippocampus

A curved structure deep within the brain that plays a critical role in memory formation,…

putamen

A structure located in the center of the brain that plays a critical role in cognitive…

anthropomorphism

The act of uncritically attributing human cognitive traits, intentions, or mind-like…

experientialism

A philosophical framework positing that an intelligent system constructs its…

construal

The psychological process of interpreting or mentally representing an object, event, or…

disinhibition

The reduction or loss of the brain's internal control over impulses, leading to…

radiotracer

A radioactive chemical compound injected into the body that binds to specific biological…

acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter that acts on specific receptors in the brain to facilitate cognitive…

pathophysiology

The functional changes and biological abnormalities associated with a specific disease or…

habituation

The process by which an animal becomes less responsive to a repeated stimulus after being…

behaviourist

A researcher or scientist who focuses on observing and analyzing external, observable…

primatologist

A scientist who specializes in the study of primates, including apes, monkeys, and…

desensitization

A therapeutic process of gradually exposing someone to a sensory trigger in a controlled,…

neurochemistry

The scientific study of the chemical processes and substances that occur within the…

teletherapy

The practice of providing mental health support and therapeutic services remotely through…

immunopharmacology

The specialized field of study focused on the interactions between the immune system and…

neurodiversity

The concept that neurological differences, such as autism, should be recognized and…

psychodiagnostics

The systematic use of standardized digital tools and validated scientific scales to…

myelin

A protective, fatty white substance that coats nerve fibers, acting as insulation to…

oligodendrocyte

A type of specialized glial cell in the central nervous system responsible for producing…

myelination

The biological process by which specialized brain cells create and maintain the fatty,…

underdocumentation

The failure to record or include specific information in official medical or formal…

vacillation

The act of swaying back and forth or shifting unsteadily between two extremes,…

neuropathies

A group of disorders resulting from damage to the peripheral nerves, often characterized…

esophagitis

An inflammation or irritation of the esophagus, the tube connecting the throat to the…

sociosexuality

A personality trait reflecting an individual's level of comfort with and willingness to…

titration

The clinical process of gradually adjusting the dosage of a medication to find the most…

nocebo

A phenomenon where a patient's negative expectations or suggestions about a treatment…

psyche

The human mind, including its consciousness, personality, emotional health, and internal…

travail

Painful or laborious effort; severe emotional or physical struggle.

numerology

The study of the supposed mystical or divine relationship between numbers and events,…

ruminations

Deep, meditative, or reflective thoughts on a specific subject, often involving careful…

narcissism

An excessive sense of self-importance and a preoccupation with one's own needs, often…

tantra

A category of esoteric Indian spiritual texts or practices that focus on rituals,…

valence

The degree of positive or negative emotional tone conveyed by language or expression.

preeclampsia

A serious pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage…