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Diabulimia  — Research Starter

Diabulimia is an eating disorder characterized by the intentional reduction of insulin intake by individuals with type 1 diabetes as a means of controlling their weight and body shape. This condition…

Delirium tremens (DTs)  — Research Starter

Delirium tremens (DTs) is a severe and potentially life-threatening condition that arises from alcohol withdrawal, primarily affecting individuals with a history of heavy alcohol consumption. It is…

Defensive medicine  — Research Starter

Defensive medicine is a practice where healthcare providers order unnecessary tests, procedures, or treatments primarily to protect themselves from potential lawsuits or to maintain their reputation.…

Curare  — Research Starter

Curare is a potent plant-derived toxin, historically known for its use by indigenous South Americans to poison arrows and darts for hunting. The origins of the name are somewhat ambiguous, possibly…

Cognitive restructuring   — Research Starter

Cognitive restructuring is a therapeutic technique primarily used in the treatment of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and eating disorders. It…

Clinical decision support system   — Research Starter

A clinical decision support system (CDSS) is a healthcare technology designed to assist medical practitioners in making informed decisions regarding patient care. These systems gather and organize…

Birth plan  — Research Starter

A birth plan is a written document that outlines the preferences and desires of expectant parents regarding the birth of their child. Typically prepared well in advance of delivery, it serves as a…

Assertive community treatment (ACT)  — Research Starter

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is a comprehensive model of care designed to support individuals with serious mental health conditions. Developed in the 1960s in Wisconsin, ACT emphasizes…

Artificial uterus  — Research Starter

An artificial uterus, also known as an artificial womb, is an experimental device designed to enable premature fetuses to develop outside their mother's body. This concept, while reminiscent of…