IPA: //saɪˈkɒpəθi//
KK: /saɪˈkɒpəθi/
Definition: A mental disorder characterized by a lack of empathy, remorse, and often antisocial behavior.
Example: The criminal was diagnosed with psychopathy, which explained his lack of guilt for his actions.
IPA: /ˌsaɪ.kəˈfɪ.zɪ.kəl/
KK: /saɪˈkoʊfɪzɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to the relationship between the mind and the body, especially in how mental processes can affect physical states.
Example: The psychophysical effects of stress can lead to physical health problems.
IPA: //saɪˈkoʊfɪzɪsɪst//
KK: /saɪˈkoʊfɪzɪsɪst/
Definition: A person who studies the relationship between psychological processes and physical stimuli, often using experiments to understand how the mind and body interact.
Example: The psychophysicist conducted experiments to measure how people perceive different sounds.
IPA: //ˌsaɪ.kəʊˈfɪ.zɪks//
KK: /saɪˈkoʊˌfɪzɪks/
Definition: A field of study in psychology that explores how physical stimuli affect our senses and perceptions.
Example: Psychophysics helps us understand how we perceive different levels of sound and light.
IPA: /ˌsaɪkoʊˈsɛkʃuəl/
KK: /saɪkoʊsɛkʃuəl/
Definition: Relating to the mental and emotional factors that influence sexual behavior and development.
Example: The therapist explored the psychosexual issues that were affecting the couple's relationship.
IPA: //ˌsaɪkoʊsɛkˈʃuːəlɪti//
KK: /saɪkoʊsɛkʃuˈælɪti/
Definition: The study of how psychological factors influence sexual behavior and feelings.
Example: Understanding psychosexuality can help therapists address issues related to sexual health and relationships.
IPA: /ˌsaɪkoʊˈsɛkʃuəli/
KK: /saɪkoʊsɛkʃuəli/
Definition: In a way that relates to the psychological aspects of sexual behavior or development.
Example: The therapist approached the issue psychosexually, considering both emotional and sexual factors.
IPA: //saɪˈkoʊsɪs//
KK: /saɪˈkoʊsɪs/
Definition: A serious mental condition where a person loses touch with reality, often experiencing delusions or hallucinations, which affects their ability to function normally in society.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with psychosis after she began to hear voices that weren't there.
IPA: //ˌsaɪkoʊˈsoʊʃəl//
KK: /saɪˈkoʊsoʊʃəl/
Definition: Relating to the interaction between psychological and social factors.
Example: The psychosocial environment of a child can greatly affect their development.
IPA: //ˌsaɪkoʊˈsoʊʃəli//
KK: /saɪkoʊˈsoʊʃəli/
Definition: In a way that relates to both psychological and social factors.
Example: The program was designed to support individuals psychosocially during their recovery process.
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