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Midbrain The midbrain is a portion of the brain located just above the medulla and pons and contains basic vision and hearing…

Microexpressions A facial expression that lasts a fraction of a second. If you have ever been accurately accused of cheating on a…

Method of Loci This is a mnemonic device or technique in which a person visualizes the items they’re trying to learn in…

Metacognition The term metacognition refers to the act of thinking about thinking, or the cognition of cognition. It is the ability for…

Metabolic Rate Metabolic Rate refers to the amount of energy that a body uses in a single day. It is measured in…

Meta Analysis (Meta-Analysis) Meta Analysis refers to a research strategy where instead of conducting new research with participants, the researchers examine the…

Mere Exposure Effect Have you ever met someone you didn’t like very much at first and then over time, even if you…

Mental Set Many people approach problems in similar ways all the time even though they can’t be sure they have the best…

Mental Retardation This is a commonly used term but one that actually has a very specific meaning. Technically a person with mental…

Mental Illness This term refers to a state of being in which a person has difficulty handling daily situations and feelings. It…