Associations to the word «Decompensation»

Wiktionary

DECOMPENSATION, noun. (medicine) The inability of a diseased or weakened organic system or organ to compensate for its deficiency, resulting in functional deterioration.
DECOMPENSATION, noun. (psychology) The deterioration of cognitive or emotional functionality in a person who is distressed or who suffers from a psychological disorder.

Wise words

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