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identity confusion

uncertainty regarding one’s identity, which often occurs during adolescence but may also occur at a later stage of life. See identity versus identity confusion.

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January 15th 2025

chemotherapy

chemotherapy

n. the use of chemical agents to treat diseases, particularly cancer, in which case it is contrasted with radiation therapy. —chemotherapeutic adj. —chemotherapist n.