What does pathologization mean?
Pathologization means (medicine) The treatment of a health or behaviour condition as if it were a medical condition..
Pathologization
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(medicine) The treatment of a health or behaviour condition as if it were a medical condition..
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: overmedicalization
Synonyms for pathologization
Antonyms for pathologization
Related Words
Word Forms
- pathologizations
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for pathologization?
Common synonyms include overmedicalization.
What is the opposite of pathologization?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use pathologization in a sentence?
Near-synonym: overmedicalization
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