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covert behavior

behavior that is not directly observable and can only be inferred by the observer or reported by the subject. For example, imagining something is covert behavior. See also private event.

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cold pressor pain test

cold pressor pain test

a test of pain produced by immersing a limb in iced water. Also called cold pressor test.