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dysthymia
classified as a type of affective disorder or mood disorder that often resembles a less severe, yet more chronic form of major (clinical) depression. However, persons with dysthymia may also experienc [..]
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acetylcholine
a chemical in the brain that acts as a neurotransmitter.
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action tremor
a tremor that increases when the hand is moving voluntarily.
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activities of daily living
personal care activities necessary for everyday living, such as eating, bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting; a term often used by healthcare professionals to assess the need and/or type of care [..]
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acute spinal cord injury
due to a traumatic injury that results in a bruise (contusion), partial tear or complete tear in the spinal cord. SCI is a common cause of permanent disability and death in children.
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adolescent medicine
a subspecialty of pediatric medicine with a focus on providing healthcare to adolescent patients and treating medical problems that are common during adolescence.
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advance directives
documents (such as a Living Will) completed and signed by a person who is legally competent to explain his/her wishes for medical care should he/she become unable to make those decisions at a later ti [..]
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