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Ativan

Deutsch: Ativan / Español: Ativan / Português: Ativan / Français: Ativan / Italian: Ativan

Ativan (also known by its generic name lorazepam) is a medication used in psychology and psychiatry for its anxiolytic, sedative, and anticonvulsant properties. It belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepines, which act on the central nervous system to produce a calming effect.

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Atman

Atman refers to a concept of universality in which the self is not seen as an individual but as part of the entire universe. In Hindu writings, Atman refers to the unborn, undying self

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Atmospheric perspective

Atmospheric perspective refers to a depth cue. Objects that are farther away look more blurred and bluer than objects that are closer because we must look through more air and particles to see them.

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Atom

Atom is a piece of an element that cannot be divided any further.

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Atomic number

Atomic number refers to the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom

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Atomic weight

Atomic weight refers to the number indicating the weight of an atom relative to a weight of one for a proton

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Atonia

Atonia refers to lack of normal muscular tension or tonus

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Atonic seizures

Atonic seizures refer to a kind of seizure which are characterized by a sudden loss of muscle tone and may result in a fall. They last no longer than 15 seconds while the person remains conscious.

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