act psychology

noun

A behavioral approach to psychological study with a focus on studying and inferring from actions rather than by studying through reflection or introspection.

Meanings

nounact psychology (uncountable)
  1. uncountablehuman sciencesA behavioral approach to psychological study with a focus on studying and inferring from actions rather than by studying through reflection or introspection.

    Synonyms: intentionalism

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA behavioral approach to psychological study with a focus on studying and inferring from actions rather than by studying through reflection or introspection.

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