Psychology Terms(A)

The creation of new cognitive schemas when objects experiences or other information does not fit with existing schemas

The firing on a neuron Occurs when the charge inside the neuron becomes more positive than the charge outside

Behavior that is unselfish and may even be detrimental but which benefits others

Loss of memory Usually only a partial loss such as for a period of time or biographical information

See Psychoanalysis

The physiological and psychological reaction to an expected danger whether real or imagined

The impairment of the ability to communicate either through oral or written discourse as a result of brain damage

The theory stating that we are motivated by our innate desire to maintain an optimal level of arousal

Incorporating objects experiences or information into existing schemas

The phenomenon in learning that states we are better able to remember information if it is paired with something we are familiar with or otherwise stands out

The strong bond a child forms with his or her primary caregiver

An idea or belief about the etiology of a certain behavior

Parenting style focused on excessive rules rigid belief systems and the expectation of unquestioned obedience

Parenting style focused on setting reasonable rules and expectations while encouraging communication and independence

A rule of thumb stating that information more readily available in our memory is more important than information not as easily accessible

A type of behavioral treatment where an aversive stimuli is paired with a negative behavior in hopes that the behavior will change in the future to avoid the aversive stimuli

The tail like part of the neuron through which information exits the cell