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Advanced Sleep Phase Syndrome (ASPS) refers to phases of the daily sleep/wake cycle are advanced with respect to clock time. This is classified as a Circadian rhythm disorder. The sleep p

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Adversarial System refers to the state and defense represent their evidence as vigorously as possible

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Adverse event refers to any undesirable experience associated with the use of a medical product in a patient. The event is serious and should be reported when the patient outcome is death or is life-threatening; results in hospitalization, disability, or congenital anomaly; or requires intervention to prevent permanent impairment or damage. This definition is according to the United States Food and Drug Administration.

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Adverse impact refers to an employment practice that results in members of a protected class being negatively affected at a higher rate than members of the majority class.

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In psychology, "adversity" refers to a difficult or challenging situation that an individual faces, which can include physical, emotional, or social stressors. Adversity can vary in severity and duration, and can have significant impacts on an individual's mental health and well-being..

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Advertisement wear-out refers to inattention and irritation that occurs after an audience has encountered the same

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In psychology, an advertiser is a person or company who creates and distributes marketing communications with the goal of promoting products or services and influencing consumer behavior. Advertisers use various techniques and strategies to attract attention and persuade people to buy their products.

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Advice-giving refers to the most potentially harmful of three (3) problem-focused, commonly used, skills in which the clinician offers expert opinion in hopes client will follow suggestions.