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medication

n. any drug available by prescription or over the counter to aid in the treatment of an illness, disease, disorder, or condition. Medications specifically used to treat mental health disorders tend to be prescribed therapeutic agents with psychoactive effects (see psychoactive drug). Overmedication—the taking of more than the prescribed dose of a drug or drugs—may occur when medication is not properly monitored. Self-medication is usually associated with individuals who use drugs or alcohol inappropriately to alleviate emotional problems. See also prescribing psychology.

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December 27th 2024

institutional research

institutional research

a study conducted to obtain information about an academic setting. For example, a university may research its faculty, staff, students, finances, technology, campus climate, and other characteristics so as to facilitate better decision making.