affective forecasting

predicting one’s own future emotional states, especially in connection with some event or outcome that one faces. People often “forecast” more extreme and lasting emotional reactions to events than they actually experience.

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Psychology term of the day

November 27th 2024

sexual tension

a condition of anxiety and restlessness associated with the sex drive and a normal desire for release of sexual energy. Sexual tension may be complicated by fear of inadequate performance, fear of an unwanted pregnancy, fear of discovery, or other concerns.