Glossary

199 core terms, written in original language. Each entry notes whether it comes from the textbook's key terms or is a contemporary addition.

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General intelligence (g) Textbook concept

Spearman's concept of a general mental ability underlying performance on diverse cognitive tasks.

See: Cognitive, intellectual and neuropsychological assessment

Gene–environment interaction Textbook concept

The ways genetic factors and environmental experiences jointly and reciprocally influence development and behaviour.

See: Diathesis–stress and related explanatory models

Geropsychology Textbook concept

The specialisation concerned with mental health and ageing.

See: Areas of specialisation

Gestalt therapy Textbook concept

A humanistic therapy associated with Fritz Perls emphasising present awareness, responsibility and integration of experience.

See: The humanistic approach

Group therapy Textbook concept

Psychotherapy delivered to several clients together, using group processes such as universality and feedback.

See: Psychotherapy: goals, stages and modes