Glossary Flashcards
ADHD (attention déficit hyperactivity disorder)
A condition in which somoeone, espacially a child, si obtenir in a state of activity or excitement and unable to direct their attention towards what they are doing
To address
To deal with
After-effects
The consequences of something
Aftermath
The consequences of a significant unpleasant event
Appeal
To exert an attraction
Assess
To evaluate
Assessment
An evaluation
Attention Span
The interval during which an individual can concentrate, as on a single object, idea or activity
Awareness
Knowledge that something exists
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Or body dysmorphia is a pathological preoccupation with an imagined physical defect of one’s body to the point of causing significant stress or behavioral impairment in several areas
Body Dysmorphia
Is a mental health condition where a person spends a lot of time worrying about flaws in their appearance.
Bullying
The use of intimidation to harass people
Burden
A load, typically a heavy one
To carry a burden
To deal with something difficult
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
A treatment that helps people to deal with emotional problems and unwanted behaviour by changing the way they think about things