peer rating

the evaluation of an individual’s behavior by his or her associates (e.g., a physician peer review). In child development research, peer ratings are sometimes obtained from members of a child’s peer group (e.g., school class members).

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Psychology term of the day

November 22nd 2024

aggressive character

a personality characterized by a hostile or competitive attitude to others and the pursuit of power, prestige, and material possessions. Karen D. Horney defined the development of such a character as one of three basic neurotic trends used as a defense against basic anxiety. Compare compliant character; detached character.