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

January 18th 2025

double approach–avoidance conflict

a complex conflict situation arising when a person is confronted with two goals or options that each have significant attractive and unattractive features. See also approach–avoidance conflict.