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certification laws

1. legislation governing the admission of individuals to mental institutions, including commitment proceedings as well as a review of case records to determine whether health care is necessary and whether the institution and type of care are appropriate.

2. state laws governing the right of an individual to describe himself or herself as a psychologist.

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May 10th 2024

demyelinating disease

demyelinating disease

any of various pathological conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, resulting from destruction of the myelin sheath covering nerve fibers in the central and peripheral nervous systems.