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Relative Motion Relative Motion refers to the motion or speed of any object in respect to a particular point. For example, a …

Relative Deprivation We all have people to whom we compare ourselves. Don’t worry, it’s natural. But relative deprivation is when you have …

Relative Brightness Relative Brightness is a comparison of the brightness of any two objects. This can be done through a specific mathematical …

Reinforcer Reinforcer is a term used in operant conditions to describe any event (stimulus, object…anything) that strengthens the frequency of the behavior …

Reinforcement Reinforcement is a process that increases the frequency of targeted behavior by either using a negative stimulus or a positive stimulus. …

Rehearsal I love pizza. Unfortunately, I can never remember the phone number for pizza delivery and I’m not smart enough to write …

Regression Toward the Mean Regression toward the mean is the tendency for scores to average out. In this case, extreme scores tend …

Regression Regression is another one of the defense mechanisms identified by Freud. According to Freud, there are times when people are faced …

Refractory Period A refractory period is a “resting period” after an orgasm during which another orgasm is not possible. In men, the …

Reflex Any response you have to a stimulus that is inherent (you are born with it), it is a reflex. You are …