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Chapter 8
Term | Definition |
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hypothesis | a supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation. |
aspire | direct one's hopes or ambitions toward achieving something. |
conceal | keep (something) secret; prevent from being known or noticed |
Pathological liar | a person who tells lies frequently, with no rational motive for doing so. |
plausible | believable,Credible |
phenomena | a fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question. |
traumatic | emotionally disturbing or distressing. |
therapeutic | relating to the healing of disease |
Self-analysis | the analysis of oneself, in particular one's motives and character. |
colleagues | a person with whom one works, especially in a profession or business. |
data | facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis. |
monitor | an instrument or device used for observing, checking, or keeping a continuous record of a process or quantity |
impulsivity | acting without thinking or planning |
aggressive | ready or likely to attack or confront; characterized by or resulting from aggression |
absorbent | of a material) able to soak up liquid easily |
inundated | overwhelm (someone) with things or people to be dealt with. |
neurons | a specialized cell transmitting nerve impulses; a nerve cell. |
transmitting | cause (something) to pass on from one place or person to another. |
glitches | a sudden, usually temporary malfunction or irregularity of equipment. |
stigma | mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person. |