Glossary A
Glossary A
An adult child refers to an individual who is an adult, but also the living child of an older parent
Anabolic steroid refers to a prescription drug that has anabolic, or growth-stimulating, characteristics similar to that of the male androgen, testosterone. Anabolic steroids also refer to Steroid drugs that increase muscle bulk and decrease body fat but also have toxic effects. They are tissue-building drugs that produce masculinizing effects as well
Anaclitic Depression refers to a Condition experienced by some children who are poorly cared for. Anaclitic Depression involves loss of appetite and feelings of helplessness.