IPA: /ˌsaɪ.kəʊˈməʊ.tər/
KK: /saɪˈkoʊˌmoʊtər/
Definition: This word describes anything that involves movement or physical activity that is connected to mental processes or thoughts.
Example: The therapist focused on psychomotor skills to help the patient regain movement control.
IPA: //ˌsaɪkəʊnʊˈrɒtɪk//
KK: /saɪkoʊnʊˈrɑtɪk/
Definition: A person who experiences a mental disorder that involves emotional distress and anxiety, often linked to psychological factors rather than physical causes.
Example: The psychoneurotic often struggles with feelings of anxiety and depression.
IPA: //ˈsaɪ.kə.pæθ//
KK: /ˈsaɪ.kə.pæθ/
Definition: A person who has a mental condition that causes them to behave in a way that is harmful to others, often showing no feelings of guilt or empathy.
Example: The detective suspected that the suspect was a psychopath due to his lack of remorse for his actions.
IPA: //saɪˈkɒpəθɪk//
KK: /saɪˈkɒpəθɪk/
Definition: Describing someone who has a mental condition that causes them to behave in a way that is harmful to others, often without feeling guilt or empathy.
Example: The character in the movie was portrayed as psychopathic, showing no remorse for his actions.
IPA: //ˌsaɪ.kəʊ.pæθ.əˈlɒdʒ.i//
KK: /saɪˌkoʊpæθəˈlɑdʒi/
Definition: The study of mental disorders and their effects on behavior and emotions.
Example: Psychopathology helps us understand the causes of various mental health issues.
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: /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.
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