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Microcephaly is defined as a congenital disorder characterized by an abnormally small head in relation to the rest of the body. The head is more than two (2) standard deviations below the average circumference for a child of a similar age and sex. The size of the brain is also sub-normal, and the condition is associated with mental retardation.

Microelectrode refers to a thin piece of wire that is small enough to record electrical signals from a single neuron.

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Microgenetic design is defined as a research design in which participants are studied intensively over a short period of time as developmental changes occur. It attempts to specify how or why those changes occur

Microgenetic development in Vygotsky's Socio-cultural theory are changes that occur over relatively brief periods of time, in seconds, minutes, or days, as opposed to larger-scale changes, as conventionally studied in ontogenetic development.

Microgenetic method refers to a Research methodology that looks at developmental change within a single set of individuals over relatively brief periods (days or weeks, usually).

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Microglia are small cells within the CNS that undergo rapid proliferation in response to tissue destruction, migrating toward the site of injured or dead cells, where they act as scavengers and metabolize tissue debris; very small neurons that remove waste materials and microorganisms from the central nervous system

Micrographia means small handwriting which is a common Motor symptom of Parkinson's disease.

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Deutsch: Mikronährstoff / Español: Micronutriente / Português: Micronutriente / Français: Micronutriment / Italiano: Micronutriente

Micronutrient in the psychology context refers to essential vitamins and minerals that play a crucial role in brain function, mental health, and emotional well-being. These nutrients support neurotransmitter production, brain energy metabolism, and cognitive processes. Deficiencies in key micronutrients have been linked to mood disorders, anxiety, cognitive decline, and other psychological conditions.

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