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Reuptake

In psychology and neuroscience, reuptake refers to the process by which neurotransmitters after being released to send messages between neurons through the synaptic gap, are reabsorbed into the presynaptic neuron. This process is important in the coordination of the neurotransmitters of the brain which include serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. Reuptake removes surplus in the neurotransmitters […]

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Repression

In psychology, the concept of repression was first developed by Sigmund Freud, and refers to the mechanism of forgetting thoughts, memories, and feelings of desire that causes one distress and the unconscious process by which such memories are placed out of conscious awareness. It acts as a psychological buffer preventing the person from succumbing to […]

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Rapport

Rapport, in the field of psychology, refers to the warmth and trust that develops between two or more people, relevant to therapy, professional, or even casual interactions. It is understood as the absence of discord, the respect of one another, which makes communication smooth and more profound. Rapport is crucial in counseling and therapy. There […]