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encoding strategy

a mental or behavioral strategy that one may use to ensure learning or remembering, such as elaborative rehearsal, mental imagery, or a mnemonic.

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November 22nd 2024

colitis

colitis

n. inflammation of the colon, the main part of the large intestine. Colitis may be caused or aggravated by emotional disturbances, such as depression or anxiety.