Dyscopia
Dyscopia
Dyscopia (pronounced dis-KO-pee-uh) is a medical term used to describe difficulty in coping with a particular health condition or its treatment.
Etymology
The term Dyscopia originates from the Greek words "dys" meaning bad or difficult, and "cope" meaning to face or deal with.
Definition
Dyscopia refers to the inability or difficulty in coping with a disease or the effects of its treatment. It is often used in the context of chronic illnesses, where patients may struggle with the long-term management of their condition.
Related Terms
- Coping Mechanism: The methods a person uses to deal with stressful situations. These could include denial, cognitive restructuring, and problem-solving.
- Chronic Illness: A long-term health condition that may not have a cure. Conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer are examples of chronic illnesses.
- Psychosocial: Pertaining to the influence of social factors on an individual's mind or behavior, and to the interrelation of behavioral and social factors.
- Stress: A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.
- Therapy: Treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dyscopia
- Wikipedia's article - Dyscopia
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