reflected appraisals

beliefs about how one is regarded by others based on the evaluative feedback that one receives from others. Some theories of self have treated reflected appraisals as the most important basis for self-concept, claiming that people learn about themselves chiefly from others. See looking-glass self; symbolic interactionism.

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March 14th 2025

prodrug

n. a drug that is either biologically inert or of limited activity until metabolized to a more active derivative.