Psychological phenomenon where people remember things better when they return to whatever state of consciousness they were in when they originally learned them. If you do, say, Ritalin while studying for an exam, you'll do better if you're on Ritalin again when you actually take the test.
Student 1: Dude, it's 8:30am on Tuesday-- why are you drinking a beer?
Student 2: I got hammered while I was studying for my Econ final and now I don't remember anything. I'm hoping state-dependent learning will kick in once I get a buzz on, though.
Student 2: I got hammered while I was studying for my Econ final and now I don't remember anything. I'm hoping state-dependent learning will kick in once I get a buzz on, though.
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by Ryan900USAYT April 2, 2022
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by utter_genius August 5, 2008
Get the Co-dependent mug.Dependent personality disorder (DPD) is one of a group of conditions called anxious personality disorders, which are marked by feelings of nervousness and fear. DPD also is marked by helplessness, submissiveness, a need to be taken care of and for constant reassurance, and an inability to make decisions.
DPD is one of the most frequently diagnosed personality disorders. It appears to occur equally in men and women, and usually appears in early to middle adulthood.
DPD is one of the most frequently diagnosed personality disorders. It appears to occur equally in men and women, and usually appears in early to middle adulthood.
the symptoms of a dependent personality disorder would be
Inability to make decisions, even everyday decisions, without the advice and reassurance of others
Avoidance of personal responsibility; avoidance of jobs that require independent functioning and positions of responsibility
Intense fear of abandonment and a sense of devastation or helplessness when relationships end; often move right into another relationship when one ends
Over-sensitivity to criticism
Pessimism and lack of self-confidence, including a belief that they are unable to care for themselves
Avoidance of disagreeing with others for fear of losing support or approval
Inability to start projects
Difficulty being alone
Willingness to tolerate mistreatment and abuse from others
Placing the needs of their caregivers above their own
Tendency to be naïve and to live in fantasy
Inability to make decisions, even everyday decisions, without the advice and reassurance of others
Avoidance of personal responsibility; avoidance of jobs that require independent functioning and positions of responsibility
Intense fear of abandonment and a sense of devastation or helplessness when relationships end; often move right into another relationship when one ends
Over-sensitivity to criticism
Pessimism and lack of self-confidence, including a belief that they are unable to care for themselves
Avoidance of disagreeing with others for fear of losing support or approval
Inability to start projects
Difficulty being alone
Willingness to tolerate mistreatment and abuse from others
Placing the needs of their caregivers above their own
Tendency to be naïve and to live in fantasy
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Hey Sally, I am feeling very Costco-dependent today, are you going by chance? I need to get that huge package of toilet paper. I'll buy you a hotdog?
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Is a direct result of defecation. Not to be confused with dessicant, defecant is sometimes used during sex - scat. ITS SHIT!!!
Is a direct result of defecation. Not to be confused with dessicant, defecant is sometimes used during sex - scat. ITS SHIT!!!
"I just clogged your toilet with defecant." "This defecant taco is mighty tasty" "Mine pants are filled with defecant."
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