psychophysiology

n. the study of the relation between the chemical and physical functions of organisms (physiology) and cognitive processes, emotions, and behavior (psychology). Also called physiological psychology. See also applied psychophysiology; clinical psychophysiology. —psychophysiological adj. —psychophysiologist n.

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Psychology term of the day

November 25th 2024

procedural justice

1. in legal proceedings, the use of methods and procedures that are fair and impartial, as distinct from the making of just decisions. The various rules governing how witnesses are questioned and what evidence is admitted into court are examples of the application of procedural justice within the legal system.

2. see organizational justice.