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noun a developmental disorder that impairs the ability to communicate and interact

• Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication.
• My cousin has autism and he loves trains more than anything else.
• Some people use 'autism' as a slang insult, which is completely inappropriate.
• Dealing with a difficult situation can sometimes feel like navigating through a maze of autism.

noun the legal dissolution of a marriage

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• The divorce proceedings were finalized last week.
• My friend just went through a messy divorce.
• I heard they're getting a divorce, it's a total bummer.
• The divorce between science and religion is a topic of much debate.

verb The word 'failed' is a verb, which is a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence. In this case, 'failed' indicates that someone did not succeed in a particular task or goal.

• The project failed to meet the deadline due to unforeseen complications.
• I failed my math test because I didn't study enough.
• She failed to show up to the party last night.
• His attempt to win her over failed miserably.

noun a mental or emotional disorder that affects only part of the personality, is accompanied by a less distorted perception of reality than in a psychosis, and is characterized by various types of anxiety (such as phobias, obsessions, or compulsions)

• The patient exhibited symptoms of neurosis, including anxiety and obsessive-compulsive behavior.
• She's always worrying about every little thing, it's like she has some kind of neurosis.
• He's so neurotic, always overthinking everything.
• The neurosis of society was evident in the widespread fear and paranoia surrounding the pandemic.

verb to address a deity or other object of worship with adoration, confession, supplication, or thanksgiving

• Before we begin the meeting, let us all pray for guidance and wisdom.
• I always pray for good weather when I have outdoor plans.
• I'm praying that I pass this exam without studying.
• She prayed for strength to get through the difficult times in her life.

adjective describing or relating to the act of repairing or making amends

• The reparative therapy aimed to address the psychological trauma experienced by the survivors.
• She attended a reparative workshop to work through her issues.
• I heard he's into that reparative stuff to fix his problems.
• The community came together in a reparative effort to rebuild after the disaster.

noun something that has the ability to restore health, strength, or a feeling of well-being

adjective having the ability to restore health, strength, or a feeling of well-being

• The restorative effects of yoga have been well-documented in scientific studies.
• I find gardening to be really restorative after a long day at work.
• Dude, that nap was so restorative, I feel like a new person!
• Reading a good book can be restorative for the soul.

noun a medical procedure or course of action designed to achieve a particular result

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• The doctor prescribed a new treatment plan for the patient's condition.
• I heard that the new treatment really helped with his back pain.
• She swears by that new treatment for clearing up acne.
• Education is often seen as the best treatment for ignorance.

noun the care and training a child receives while growing up

• Her upbringing in a strict household instilled a strong sense of discipline in her.
• His upbringing was pretty rough, but it made him tough.
• My upbringing was all over the place, but it shaped me into who I am today.
• The city's rich cultural upbringing is evident in its diverse population.

noun a team-building exercise where one person falls backwards and trusts that their group will catch them

• During the team building exercise, we practiced the trust fall to build confidence and teamwork.
• Hey, let's try the trust fall game at the next company retreat!
• I totally nailed the trust fall with my friends at the park.
• In relationships, sometimes you have to take a trust fall and hope the other person catches you.

noun a mental health disorder characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships

• Borderline personality disorder is a mental health condition characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships.
• Dealing with someone who has borderline personality disorder can be challenging at times.
• Having BPD can really mess with your emotions and how you see things.
• Living with borderline personality disorder can feel like constantly walking on a tightrope between extremes.

noun a mental health disorder characterized by severe social anxiety, paranoia, eccentric behavior, and unusual beliefs

• Schizotypal disorder is a mental health condition characterized by odd beliefs, behaviors, and difficulty forming relationships.
• My cousin was diagnosed with schizotypal disorder, which explains why he acts so strangely sometimes.
• I heard that dude has schizotypal disorder, that's why he's always so weird.
• Living with schizotypal disorder can feel like being in a world where reality is distorted and relationships are hard to maintain.

noun a mental state in which one feels detached from their surroundings, as if in a dream

• Derealization is a mental health condition where a person feels detached from their surroundings.
• Sometimes when I'm really stressed, I experience derealization and everything feels surreal.
• I was so out of it last night, I felt like I was in a derealization episode.
• After the accident, he was in a state of derealization, unable to process what had just happened.

noun a disorder characterized by strong reactions to specific sounds, often resulting in feelings of anger, irritation, or anxiety

• Misophonia is a condition characterized by strong emotional reactions to certain sounds.
• My misophonia acts up whenever I hear someone chewing loudly.
• I can't stand that sound, it triggers my misophonia like crazy.
• Her misophonia was like a ticking time bomb, ready to explode at the slightest trigger.

adjective having the quality of making something easier or more possible

• The facilitative role of the teacher in the classroom is crucial for student learning.
• Having a facilitative boss makes work so much easier.
• She's like a facilitative ninja, always helping us out when we need it.
• His facilitative approach to problem-solving is like a well-oiled machine.

noun a branch of psychology that deals with abnormal behavior and mental disorders

• Abnormal psychology is the branch of psychology that studies unusual patterns of behavior, emotion, and thought.
• Studying abnormal psychology gives you insight into why people behave in unexpected ways.
• Diving into abnormal psychology is like exploring the mysteries of the human mind.
• In the world of abnormal psychology, every mind is a puzzle waiting to be solved.

noun a mental disorder characterized by an extreme indecisiveness and inability to take action

• Abulomania is a psychological disorder characterized by indecisiveness and an inability to take action.
• My friend's abulomania often leads to him missing out on great opportunities.
• Don't be such an abulomaniac, just make a decision already!
• His abulomania was like being stuck in quicksand, unable to move in any direction.

noun affective disorder

• Individuals with an affective disorder may experience persistent feelings of sadness or anxiety.
• My friend struggles with an affective disorder and sometimes just needs someone to talk to.
• Dealing with an affective disorder can be really tough, but therapy has been helping me.
• The storm of emotions in her affective disorder seemed never-ending.