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304

304 is a numerical slang term that originated from early calculator displays, where typing the digits “304” and turning the screen upside down would resemble

4B Movement

4B Movement is a radical feminist movement that originated in South Korea in the mid-to-late 2010s. The term “4B” stands for four Korean words beginning

Abandonment wounds

Abandonment wounds refer to deep emotional injuries caused by real or perceived loss, rejection, or neglect especially in early life or formative relationships. These wounds

Abortion

Abortion refers to the medical or surgical termination of a pregnancy before the fetus can survive independently outside the uterus. This reproductive intervention can be

Accessible

Accessible refers to the quality of being usable, understandable, or available to people regardless of ability, identity, or circumstance. The term is foundational in disability

Acetylcholine

Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter involved in attention, learning, memory, and sensory responsiveness. In the context of relationships and dating, acetylcholine plays a critical role in

Activism

Activism refers to organized efforts to promote, resist, or enact social, political, environmental, or cultural change. It includes a wide range of behaviors, from public

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition marked by patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, or executive dysfunction. It affects emotional regulation, time perception, reward processing,

Adult Attachment Interview (AAI)

Adult Attachment Interview (AAI) is a semi-structured clinical and research tool used to assess an individual’s state of mind regarding attachment experiences. Developed to examine

AFAB (Assigned Female At Birth)

AFAB (Assigned Female At Birth) is a term used to describe individuals who were designated female by medical professionals at birth based on external genitalia,

Affect labeling

Affect labeling is the process of putting feelings into words and consciously identifying and naming an emotional state in oneself or others. This simple act

Affective Forecasting

Affective Forecasting is the psychological process of predicting how one will feel in the future, especially in response to specific events, decisions, or relationships. While

Affective labor

Affective labor refers to the production and regulation of emotional states within interpersonal or professional contexts. Unlike physical or cognitive labor, affective labor involves managing

Affirming Care

Affirming Care refers to healthcare and support practices that validate, respect, and align with an individual’s self-identified gender, sexual orientation, cultural background, or lived experience.

Aftercare

Aftercare refers to the intentional support, communication, and emotional regulation that occurs after a high-impact interpersonal experience. While the term is often associated with BDSM