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delay-of-reward gradient

the relation between delay of reinforcement and the effectiveness of reinforcement. The effectiveness decreases as the delay increases. Also called delay-of-reinforcement gradient.

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unipolar disorder

unipolar disorder

persistent or pervasive depression that does not involve a manic episode, a hypomanic episode, or a mixed episode. As such, it contrasts with bipolar disorder. The term is sometimes used synonymously with major depressive disorder. Also called unipolar depression.