Rebellious Behavior
n.noun Rebellious behavior is an anti-social behavior that a person displays earn they show attitude, or action that opposes or undermines any type of authority. An individual who displays rebellious behavior views they are justified, and do not feel that they are wrong in their oppositional tendencies, as they see authority as oppressive. Rebelliousness is […]
Reactive Attachment Disorder
n.noun Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) is a fairly rare, but nonetheless, severe emotional disorder, that should be treated with appropriate, professional care. RAD is a condition that actually starts during the earliest years of a human’s development. RAD is prevalent in infants who were not given proper loving treatment in their first months living. Those […]
Qualitative Method
Qualitative Method refers to a study in which the scientist collects non-numerical data. These studies have no right or wrong answers. For example, a test that requires a person to tell stories about pictures (TAT test) is a qualitative test. A math test is numerical and does have right or wrong answers, so it is […]
Proactive Mind Set
n.noun A proactive mindset is one’s ability act proactively as opposed to reactively. A person who is proactive will do what needs to be done in the moment they see an obstacle, as opposed to letting that obstacle deter them in the future. A proactive person makes decisions that will provide positive repercussions in their […]
PreAlgebra
Pre-Algebra is a discipline of study in mathematics. Pre-algebra is typically taken while in middle school or taught as early as the 2nd grade for students who are mathematically inclined. Additionally, pre-algebra has an age limit requirement for those who are homeschooled. The years in which a homeschooled student can participate in pre-algebra is between […]
Powerlessness
pow.er.less.ness ˈ adj. Powerlessness is a psychological term used to describe one’s inability to succeed in certain areas of their life. For instance, an addict may feel as though they are powerless over whatever their drug of choice is, even though it continues to destroy their life. Powerlessness Is a psychological term often used by […]
Positive Life Choices
/päzədiv/ /līf/ /CHoisez/ n.noun Positive life changes are decisions a person acts on an in order to promote positive change within their life. Moreover, a positive life choice can come in varying forms that range in severity. It can be as simple as walking to work instead of driving in order to boost physical health, or […]
Poor Grades
n.noun Poor grades refer to a student’s inability to achieve adequate marks in school. Poor grades are a significant issue for a student, as this will most likely result in negative ramifications for that student’s future. A poor grade is a substandard academic performance, which may result in varying consequence for different students. Additionally, A […]
Peer Culture
n.noun A peer culture is an individual’s immediate community who they interact with on a one-to-one level. An example of a peer culture would be a student and the classmates who they interact with on a day-to-day basis. A person’s peer culture is made up of people who share their similar age, interests, and social […]
Obsessive – Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive – Compulsive Disorder An anxiety disorder where individuals are unable to stop thinking the same thoughts or performing the same tasks over and over again. A common obsessive-compulsive disorder is frequent hand washing. Individuals attempt to alleviate their fear or anxiety by performing certain rituals (e.g.., washing hands 63 times before leaving the house). […]
