musturbation

n. the belief by some individuals that they must absolutely meet often perfectionist goals in order to achieve success, approval, or comfort. Cognitive and behavioral therapies may be useful in bringing awareness and perspective to such maladaptive cognitions. See also rational emotive behavior therapy. [defined by Albert Ellis]

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Psychology term of the day

January 30th 2025

addiction

n. a state of psychological or physical dependence (or both) on the use of alcohol or other drugs. The term is often used as an equivalent term for substance dependence and sometimes applied to behavioral disorders, such as sexual, Internet, and gambling addictions. A chemical substance with significant potential for producing dependence is called an addictive drug. —addictive adj.