Psychology Glossary
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Behaviourism
An approach to psychology that emphasises observable measurable behaviour
Benzodiazepines
A class of antianxiety drugs. They are also called tranquilizers
Bipolar disorders
Disorders in which people alternate between periods of depression and mania
Borderline personality disorder
A disorder characterised by impulsive behaviour and unstable relationships, emotions, and self-image
Bulimia nervosa
A disorder involving binge eating followed by compensatory behaviours such as vomiting, fasting, excessive exercise, or use of laxatives, diuretics, and other medications to control body weight