pacemaker

n. a natural or artificial device that helps establish and maintain certain biological rhythms. Unqualified, the term usually refers to a cardiac pacemaker. Natural pacemakers include the sinoatrial node, which regulates heart rhythm, and the thalamic pacemaker.

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Psychology term of the day

November 25th 2024

self-worth

n. an individual’s evaluation of himself or herself as a valuable, capable human being deserving of respect and consideration. Positive feelings of self-worth tend to be associated with a high degree of self-acceptance and self-esteem.