The Suffix -Osis Means

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Multiple Choice

The suffix -osis means:

• A)condition; abnormal condition; process.
• B)process of recording.
• C)condition; state; thing.
• D)pertaining to.

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Definitions:

Adult Disorders

Psychological or mental health disorders that primarily affect individuals in adulthood, encompassing a wide range of conditions from depression to substance abuse.

Adolescent Disorders

Psychological or mental health disorders that are primarily diagnosed during adolescence, such as depression, anxiety, or eating disorders.

Effect Sizes

Statistical measures that quantify the magnitude of the difference between two groups or the strength of a relationship between variables.

Biomedicine

The branch of medical science that applies biological and physiological principles to clinical practice, often including the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.