Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology

According to Geert Hofsted, culture is the the collective programming of the mind that distinguishes the members of one group or category of people from others.

Cyberbullying is a form of bullying that takes place through electronic devices and online platforms. It involves the use of technology, such as social media, to harass, threaten, or intimidate…

Cytokine storm is a medical condition in which a person's immune system becomes hyperactive and releases cytokines uncontrolled, leading to multiple organ failures and death. Ex: COVID-19

Cytokines are small signaling molecules of soluble glycoproteins released by immune cells and various other cells. They regulate immune response, support cell-to-cell communication and coordination, and trigger the migration of…

Cytotoxic T-cells are a type of T-cell that directly attacks and destroys infected or abnormal cells. They play a crucial role in the immune system's defense against viruses and certain…

The Default Mode Network (DMN) refers to a network of brain regions that are typically active when an individual is at rest or not focused on the external environment. These…

Delirium is a neurocognitive disorder characterized by an acute change in mental status associated with changes in attention, consciousness, and cognitive performance (Flaherty, 2007).

Dementia is an umbrella category of neurocognitive disorders characterized by a progressive and chronic decline in cognitive functioning that impairs a person's ability to function (Gamir-Morralla et al., 2017).

Depression is a clinically significant mood disorder characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness, a loss of interest or pleasure in most activities (anhedonia), and diminished energy. Diagnostic criteria typically…

Descriptive norms reflect what most group members actually do (i.e., ‘most young people eat less than the recommended amount of vegetables'). Thus, a descriptive norm involves one’s perception of what…