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Vagally-mediated heart rate variability
Changes in the time interval between successive heartbeats, originating from increased activity of the vagus nerve, which is the primary nerve of the parasympathetic nervous system.
defined by Maša Iskra, Caterina Salvotti, Nina Zammit
value orientation
the principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group (for example, social equality, fairness and helpfulness are values)
defined by Marieke van Egmond
value-expressive function
a function of attitudes that allows an individual to express his or her self-concept and central values
defined by Angela Celebre
ventromedial prefrontal cortex
brain area located in the frontal lobe, is implicated in the inhibition of emotional processes, decision-making, and the processing of risk and fear
defined by Lucius Caviola
vicarious embarrassment
The vicarious emotion of embarrassment. Typically, it is felt for another person in an embarrassing situation when that other person shows no signs of embarrassment and is unaware of the norm violation causing the embarrassment.
defined by Thomas Feiler, Fabian Hutmacher
vicarious emotions
Emotions one feels on behalf of someone else. For example, one can be ashamed for someone else.
defined by Thomas Feiler, Fabian Hutmacher
virtual reality
Computer-generated three-dimensional environment with which users can interact thanks to special input and output devices (usually VR glasses)
defined by Sarah Mayr
visuo-spatial number forms
mental maps of numbers in particular spatial positions
defined by Clare Jonas