Couple

Couple (kʌpəl)

Couple is a term used in various contexts in the medical field. It is derived from the Latin word "copula", meaning "a bond or connection".

Definition

In a medical context, a couple refers to two individuals who are involved in a romantic or sexual relationship. This relationship can be heterosexual or homosexual, and the individuals can be of any gender. The term is often used in discussions of sexual health, mental health, and reproductive health.

Related Terms

• Sexual Health: This refers to the state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence.

• Mental Health: This is a state of well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.

• Reproductive Health: This is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, in all matters relating to the reproductive system and to its functions and processes.

• Relationship: This is a connection between two individuals, often involving emotional and/or sexual interaction.

• Marriage: This is a legally recognized union of two people as partners in a personal relationship.

• Partnership: This is a type of relationship in which two or more people, organizations, etc., agree to work together.

• Family: This is a group of one or more parents and their children living together as a unit.

• Therapy: This is a treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.

• Counseling: This is the provision of assistance and guidance in resolving personal, social, or psychological problems and difficulties.

• Psychology: This is the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.

• Psychiatry: This is the medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, study, and treatment of mental disorders.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Couple
• Wikipedia's article - Couple

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