Velmans Says, "As with Any Term That Refers to Something

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Velmans says, "As with any term that refers to something that one can observe or experience it is useful, if possible, to begin with an operational definition, i.e., to 'point to' or 'pick out' the phenomena to which the term refers and, by implication, what is excluded."

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Definitions:

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is a condition characterized by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle due to plaque buildup in the coronary arteries, leading to heart attacks and chest pain.

Atherosclerosis

A condition characterized by the buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls, which can restrict blood flow.

Inflammatory Heart Disease

A condition caused by inflammation of the heart muscles or tissues, which can lead to various health complications, including myo- and pericarditis.

Valvular Heart Disease

A condition characterized by damage to or a defect in one of the four heart valves, affecting the blood flow through the heart.