Relational Adjectives - Adjectives of Mind and Psyche

These adjectives encompass a class of words that are associated with mental and emotional states, cognitive processes, and psychological experiences.

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psychiatric [adjective]

relating to the study and treatment of mental illness

Ex: The hospital offers psychiatric services for patients with mental health issues .

bipolar [adjective]

experiencing or relating to alternating periods of high and low moods, known as mania and depression

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psychotic [adjective]

(of a mental condition) affecting brain processes so severely that makes one unable to tell the difference between reality and fantasy

Ex: Psychotic disorders can severely impair one 's ability to function in daily life .

psychological [adjective]

relating to or affecting the mind or the mental state

Ex: Psychological trauma can have long-lasting effects on mental health .

autistic [adjective]

having autism spectrum disorder, a developmental condition that affects social interaction, communication, and behavior

Ex: The autistic teenager has a talent for memorizing facts and details about their special interests .

psychedelic [adjective]

(medicine) inducing vivid sensory perceptions, altered states of consciousness, or heightened awareness, often associated with hallucinogenic effects

Ex: The pharmacist provided information on potential psychedelic side effects listed on the medication label .

subconscious [adjective]

operating below conscious awareness, influencing thoughts and actions

Ex: Through therapy , she learned to access and understand her subconscious thoughts .

freudian [adjective]

relating to the theories or concepts developed by Sigmund Freud

Ex: The therapist used Freudian techniques to explore the patient 's unconscious conflicts .

behavioral [adjective]

related to actions or conduct, particularly in terms of psychology or observable behavior

Ex: Behavioral economists study how human behavior influences economic decisions .

autonomic [adjective]

relating to bodily functions that occur automatically, without conscious effort or control

Ex: The autonomic reflexes help maintain internal balance without conscious effort .

instinctive [adjective]

relating to actions or behaviors that occur naturally, without conscious thought or learning

Ex: Instinctive behaviors help animals survive in their natural habitats .

cognitive [adjective]

referring to mental processes involved in understanding, thinking, and remembering

Ex: The cognitive abilities of children develop rapidly during early childhood .

motivational [adjective]

encouraging or inspiring action or behavior

Ex: The company offers motivational workshops to boost employee morale .

mental [adjective]

happening or related to someone's mind, involving thoughts, feelings, and cognitive processes

Ex: He keeps a mental list of all the tasks he needs to complete .

meditative [adjective]

able to help one feel calm, focused, and thoughtful

Ex: Meditative practices support mental health .

psychoanalytic [adjective]

relating to the psychological approach that explores the influence of unconscious thoughts and childhood experiences on behavior and mental health

Ex: Psychoanalytic theorists believe that unconscious conflicts affect behavior and emotions .

neurotic [adjective]

displaying patterns of thought, behavior, or emotion typical of neurosis

Ex: Neurotic patterns can interfere with daily functioning .

volitional [adjective]

(of actions or decisions) made consciously and deliberately

Ex: She exhibited strong volitional control over her emotions in stressful situations .

avoidant [adjective]

having the tendency to actively avoid or evade specific situations, emotions, or responsibilities due to discomfort or fear

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intellectual [adjective]

relating to or involving the use of reasoning and understanding capacity

Ex: The university offers a range of intellectual programs to stimulate critical thinking .

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