Very-Low-Birthweight Infants Are Tiny,with Eyes That Are Fused Shut,darkened Skin

question 89

True/False

Very-low-birthweight infants are tiny,with eyes that are fused shut,darkened skin color (despite race),and earlobes that look like flaps of skin on the sides of their heads.

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Definitions:

Culture-Bound Syndromes

Mental or somatic illnesses recognized only within a specific society or culture.

Mental Illness

A broad category of disorders affecting mood, thinking, and behavior, which can significantly impact daily functioning and well-being.

Psychological Distress

A state of emotional suffering typically characterized by symptoms of depression or anxiety, often as a response to stressors and life events.

Cultural Values

The core principles and ideals upon which an entire community exists, influencing its members' behaviors, beliefs, and actions.