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Even after development of a severe mental disorder or brain dysfunction, reading scores on the may not deteriorate, so these scores may be used as a pre-morbid level of functioning.


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Sleep Apnea

A sleep disorder characterized by episodes of cessation of breathing (apnea) that last at least 10 seconds. Diagnosis requires that there be at least five such episodes per hour of sleep.

Low Blood Oxygen

A medical condition in which there is a deficiency of oxygen in the blood, often indicating respiratory or circulatory issues.

Hypercortisolemia

A condition characterized by an excessive amount of cortisol in the blood.

Depression

Depression is a mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.

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