Glossary C

- CVS (Chorionic villus sampling) : CVS or Chorionic villus sampling ) is an alternative to Amniocentesis in which fetal cells are extracted from the Chorion for prenatal tests. CVS can be performed earlier in pregnancy than is possible with amniocentesis.
Cyber Psychology refers to the study of the relationship between the mind and the computer in a mental environment
Cyberchondria refers to a type of hypochondriasis that is fed by easy access to medical and diagnostic information via the Internet

Cybercrime refers to a crime committed with the use of computers, or via the manipulation of digital forms of data.

Cyberostracism refers to the exclusion of one or more individuals from a technologically mediated group interaction, such as a computer-based discussion group.

Cyberpsychology is the study of the influence of computers, technology and virtual environments on the psychology of individuals a

Cyberspace refers to the mental environment, when people communicate in a mental environment through a computer terminal.

Cyberstalking refers to the harassment of others through the use of a computer