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inspective exploration

exploratory behavior used as a means of reducing anxiety, fear, or uncertainty associated with novel stimuli and thus decreasing arousal. Also called specific exploration. Compare diversive exploration. [defined by Daniel E. Berlyne]

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endopsychic

endopsychic

adj. pertaining to nonconscious material or intrapsychic processes (i.e., processes occurring within the mind). Compare exopsychic.