relational primacy hypothesis

the hypothesis that analogical thinking is available early in infancy; that is, young infants can comprehend or solve a problem in one event by comparing it with another. See also relational shift.

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May 9th 2024

hybristophilia

n. sexual interest in and attraction to those who commit crimes. In some cases, this may be directed toward people in prison for various types of criminal activities.