confinement study

a study in a controlled environment to determine at what point physiological and psychological impairment occurs as a result of spatial restrictions. Such studies are important in space or marine exploration, during which individuals live and work in an artificial environment. The variables studied include length of time in confinement, area available, and crew size. These variables may have effects on sleep loss and ability to perform operational tasks.

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Psychology term of the day

May 10th 2024

developmental milestone

any aspect of physical, cognitive, social, or emotional development that is significant and predictable, such that children throughout the world develop this ability, characteristic, or behavior at about the same time. Developmental milestones include presence of first teeth and language acquisition.