Glossary G
Glossary G
Growth spur refers to a period during which growth advances at a dramatically rapid rate compared with other periods.
GSR is the abbreviations of Galvanic skin response, a change in the electrical resistance (or inversely, the conductance) of the skin, due to sweating.
- GTO (Golgi tendon organ) : GTO or Golgi tendon organ is deifned as a proprioceptor found in the tendon close to the muscle tendon junction which is sensitive to both muscle tension and active contraction. GTO is a receptor that responds to the contraction of a muscle
Guaifenesin refers to a n over-the-counter expectorant
Guardian ad litem refers to a person appointed by the court to represent or make decisions for a person, such as a minor or an incapacitated adult, who is legally incapable of doing so in a civil legal proceeding.
Deutsch: Anleitung / Español: Orientación / Português: Orientação / Français: Orientation / Italiano: Guida /
Guidance a term which involves direction, demonstration, supervision, and influence.
Guidance clinics refer to clinics devoted to the evaluation and treatment of children's intellectual and behavioral difficulties.
Guided Imagery refers to the relaxation and stress-reduction technique which uses positive thoughts and images to relieve pain, slow the heart rate, and stimulate the body's healing responses.