Human Relationships and Organizational Success: A Guide to Motivation and Teamwork
Human relationships are central to the intellectual development of individual human beings. They are the foundation of both small communities, like villages, and large, complex ones, like megalopolises. To understand “human relations,” we must first understand the connections that bind us. People are motivated by certain needs, and they satisfy their basic needs with the help of their social groups.
The behavior of groups can be managed with proper oversight and leadership style. An effective supervisor
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1. Vroom-Yetton’s Contingency Model of Leadership
The Vroom-Yetton contingency model of leadership highlights the most effective leadership and decision-making styles in specific situations. It outlines five distinct management decision styles:
Management Decision Styles
- AI (Autocratic): You solve the problem or make the decision independently, using the information available to you at that time.
- AII (Autocratic): You gather the necessary information from your subordinates and then decide on the solution
Understanding Social Hardship and Maladjustment: A Psychological Perspective
Situations of Social Hardship
First, it is necessary to clarify the concept of maladjustment. Maladjustment is defined as the transgression of rules and social norms in the society or social group to which the individual belongs.
However, it’s important to note that in some cases, maladjustment can be an arbitrary concept, depending on the societal context and time period. What was once considered deviant behavior may later become part of a social claim or a right.
To analyze any situation of inadequacy,
Read MoreUnderstanding Sexual Health and Its Historical Context
Reference: Sexual Health Promotion. Recommendations for Action. Pan American Health Organization, World Health Organization, World Association for Sexology. Guatemala, 2000. Available complete document.
Sex
The term “sex” refers to the set of biological characteristics that define the spectrum of humans as females and males.
Sexuality
The term “sexuality” refers to a fundamental dimension of being a human being based on sex, including gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, eroticism, bonding and
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Aberration
The release of emotional tension associated with a challenging idea, conflict, or suppressed unpleasant memory. This release is often achieved by revisiting the difficult emotional experience.
Abstinence Syndrome
The collection of physical and psychological symptoms that occur when a person abruptly stops using a substance they are physically or psychologically dependent on.
Abulia
Apathy and lack of motivation, characterized by an inability to initiate and follow through on activities.
Boredom
An
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Comprehensive Psychology Glossary
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Aberration
The discharge or release of emotional tension associated with an idea, conflict, or repressed unpleasant memory. This is achieved by reliving a painful emotional experience.
Abstinence Syndrome
The set of signs and symptoms that occur after physical or psychological dependence on drug use and its abrupt cessation.
Abulia
Apathy and lack of willpower that includes failure to take one’s own initiatives.
Acrophobia
Fear of high places.
Adaptation
A state in which
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