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recognitory assimilation

a type of sensorimotor intelligence characterized by the selective use of a scheme. For example, an infant applies a sucking scheme to a nipple for nursing and to various nonnutritive objects (e.g., a thumb) for comfort, to aid sleep, or for some other purpose.

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October 15th 2024

decompensation

decompensation

n. a breakdown in an individual’s defense mechanisms, resulting in progressive loss of normal functioning or worsening of psychiatric symptoms.