headstick

n. a type of physical extension device used by individuals with disabilities who have adequate head function. The stick is mounted on a headpiece and can be used to press against, grasp, pull, or point to an object.

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Psychology term of the day

May 8th 2024

care of young

a manifestation of parental behavior or alloparenting in animals, usually stimulated by hormonal and other physiological changes when in the presence of offspring. These include the secretion of prolactin, which induces broodiness and parental feeding of young in birds and milk production in mammals.