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/dɪsˈpleɪ.ʒə/ · noun
(pathology) Abnormal development of cells or tissue, often a precancerous stage of growth..
A number of theorists and researchers have independently written about asynchronous development. Gowan (1974) discussed the implications of cognitive capacities which outstrip emotional (affective) development. He referred to asynchronous development as "dysplasia": […]
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Dysplasia means (pathology) Abnormal development of cells or tissue, often a precancerous stage of growth..
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A number of theorists and researchers have independently written about asynchronous development. Gowan (1974) discussed the implications of cognitive capacities which outstrip emotional (affective) development. He referred to asynchronous development as "dysplasia": […]
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