Psychological Concepts

Autosomal Dominant

Autosomal Dominant Autosomal dominant is a pattern of inheritance in which an individual only needs to inherit a single copy of a mutated gene from one parent in order to inherit a specific trait or disease. Characteristics of Autosomal Dominant Inheritance Autosomal dominant inheritance is characterized by the following features: Gene Location: The mutated gene […]

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Autosomal Aberration

Definition: An autosomal aberration refers to a genetic condition or abnormality that occurs in one or more of the autosomes, which are non-sex chromosomes. These aberrations can result from structural changes, such as deletions or duplications of genetic material, or numerical changes, such as extra or missing copies of chromosomes. Types of Autosomal Aberrations: 1.

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Autosoma Recessive

Autosomal Recessive Autosomal recessive is a type of inheritance pattern seen in humans for certain genetic disorders. It is caused by a mutation in a gene located on one of the autosomes, which are non-sex chromosomes (chromosomes other than X and Y). In this type of inheritance, both copies of the gene (one from each

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Autoshaping

Definition Autoshaping refers to a process of operant conditioning in which an organism learns to associate a neutral stimulus with a reward or punishment, leading to the development of a conditioned response. Autoshaping in Operant Conditioning In the field of operant conditioning, autoshaping refers to a specific type of conditioning where an organism’s behavior is

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Autosexuality

Autosexuality Definition: Autosexuality refers to an individual’s sexual attraction or desire towards themselves. This orientation involves finding oneself sexually appealing and becoming sexually aroused by self-stimulation. Subtypes of Autosexuality: Autoeroticism: Autoeroticism refers to the practice of deriving sexual pleasure or arousal through self-stimulation, often involving masturbation. Autiandrophilia: Autiandrophilia is a specific form of autosexuality in

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Autoscopy

Autoscopy: Autoscopy refers to a phenomenon in which an individual perceives the environment as if they are viewing themselves from an external vantage point. Causes: Autoscopy can be induced by various factors such as neurological disorders, psychiatric conditions, altered states of consciousness, and drug use. Symptoms: Individuals experiencing autoscopy typically report seeing their own body

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Autoscopophilia

Autoscopophilia: Autoscopophilia, also known as autoscopy, is a rare psychological phenomenon characterized by a strong desire to watch oneself in a mirror or video recording. This urge to visually observe oneself can often be compulsive and may extend beyond a regular fascination with one’s own appearance. Causes: The causes of autoscopophilia are not yet fully

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Autoregression

Autoregression Autoregression is a statistical model used to analyze time series data, where the current value of a variable is predicted based on its past values. It assumes that there is a linear relationship between the variable and its lagged values. Autoregressive models are typically used to forecast future values of a time series, making

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Autoreceptor

Autoreceptor An autoreceptor is a specific type of receptor found on the presynaptic neuron that responds to the neurotransmitters released by the same neuron. It acts as a regulatory mechanism to control the release of neurotransmitters and maintain homeostasis within the nervous system. Function The main function of autoreceptors is to monitor the levels of

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Autopsychosis

Autopsychosis Autopsychosis refers to a psychological condition characterized by a detachment or disconnection from reality, often resulting in delusions, hallucinations, and an impaired sense of self. People experiencing autopsychosis may have difficulty distinguishing between what is real and what is not, leading to a distorted perception of their environment and personal experiences. Symptoms Common symptoms

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