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Middle-ear deafness. Please see Conductive deafness

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- Middle-ear deafness (Conductive deafness) : Middle-ear deafness also known as Conductive deafness refers to hearing loss that occurs if the bones of the middle ear fail to transmit sound waves properly to the cochlea

Middle-ear muscles are muscles attached to the ossicles in the Middle ear. The smallest skeletal muscles in the body, they contract in response to very intense sounds and dampen the vibration of the ossicles.

Middle-of-the-road Leadership refers to a leadership style reflecting a balanced orientation between people and tasks.

Midget ganglion cells are ganglion cells in the fovea of humans and other primates

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In psychology, midlife refers to the stage of life between young adulthood and old age, typically characterized by a sense of transition and reevaluation. It is a period of life where individuals may experience significant changes in their physical, emotional, and social well-being,, and may re-evaluate their life goals and priorities.

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Midlife correction means re-evaluating one’s roles and dreams and making the necessary corrections.

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Deutsch: Midlife-Krise / Español: Crisis de la mediana edad / Português: Crise da meia-idade / Français: Crise de la quarantaine / Italiano: Crisi di mezza età

A Midlife Crisis is a psychological phenomenon typically experienced during middle adulthood, often between the ages of 40 and 60. It is characterized by feelings of doubt, dissatisfaction, and anxiety as individuals reflect on their life, achievements, and mortality. This period can trigger emotional upheaval and lead to significant changes in behaviour, relationships, and lifestyle choices.

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