constructivism

n. the theoretical perspective, central to the work of Jean Piaget, that people actively build their perception of the world and interpret objects and events that surround them in terms of what they already know. Thus, their current state of knowledge guides processing, substantially influencing how (and what) new information is acquired. Also called constructionism. See also social constructivism. Compare direct perception. —constructivist adj.

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December 23rd 2024

narcissistic type

see libidinal types.