Compare and Contrast Common Causes of Variation and Special Causes

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Essay

Compare and contrast common causes of variation and special causes of variation.

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Definitions:

Side Effects

Unintended and sometimes harmful effects experienced as a result of taking a medication or undergoing a medical treatment or procedure.

Sensitivity to Reward

The level of responsiveness to positive reinforcement or rewards.

Manic Symptoms

Symptoms characterized by an abnormally elevated or irritable mood, increased energy or activity levels, and other extreme changes in behavior or thought patterns, seen in bipolar disorder.

Mood Disorders

A category of psychiatric conditions related to persistent disturbances in a person's mood, altering their emotional state.