laws of thought

certain principles of logic, such as the identity principle, that are deemed to be so essential to rational thought as to assume the character of law. Indeed, such principles define the very idea of logical thought. Which logical principles should be included in a set of such laws is, however, a matter of debate.

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Psychology term of the day

February 24th 2025

psychooncology

n. the study of psychological, behavioral, and psychosocial factors involved in the risk, detection, course, treatment, and outcome (in terms of survival) of cancer. The field examines responses to cancer on the part of patients, families, and caregivers at all stages of the disease. —psychooncological adj. —psychooncologist n.