What Is Epidemiology? What Do the Terms Incidence and Prevalence

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Essay

What is epidemiology? What do the terms incidence and prevalence refer to?

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Definitions:

Social Learning

The process of acquiring behaviors, skills, attitudes, or beliefs through observation and imitation of others, especially figures of authority or peers.

Social Referencing

The process by which individuals look to others in their environment for cues on how to respond emotionally to uncertain or ambiguous situations.

Warmly Greeted

A social behavior characterized by receiving someone with enthusiasm and friendliness.

Securely Attached

A classification in attachment theory where individuals have a positive view of self and others, leading to healthy, adaptive relationships.