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Psychology

The science that deals with the mental and behaviourial characteristics of an individual, community or society.

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homunculus

Psychology; Social psychology

A little person residing within the brain, from where he/she governs human behavior (based on ancient Egyptian beliefs).

gender schema

Psychology; Social psychology

A mental framework for processing information based on its perceived male or female qualities.

need to belong

Psychology; Social psychology

A motivation to bond with others in relationships that provide ongoing, positive interactions.

egoism

Psychology; Social psychology

A motive (supposedly underlying all behavior) to increase one's own welfare. The opposite of altruism, which aims to increase another's welfare.

altruism

Psychology; Social psychology

A motive to increase another's welfare without conscious regard for one's self-interests.

prejudice

Psychology; Social psychology

A negative attitude directed toward people simply because they are members of a specific social group.

conflict

Psychology; Social psychology

A perceived incompatibility of actions or goals.