intervention program for children

any of a number of types of program intended to provide intellectual, emotional, nutritional, or medical benefits to children believed to be at risk for inadequate development. Target children are usually preschoolers and are often from homes judged to be economically or culturally disadvantaged.

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January 28th 2025

thermoanesthesia

1. loss or absence of the ability to distinguish between heat and cold by touch.

2. insensitivity to heat. Also called thermanesthesia.