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Natural (or Quasi) experiment is defined as a study in which the investigator measures the impact of some naturally occurring event that is assumed to affect people’s lives
Natural (prepared) childbirth is defined as a a delivery in which physical and psychological preparations for the birth are stressed and medical assistance is minimized.
Moreover, Natural childbirth is defined as a method of childbirth in which women use no Anesthesia and are educated about childbirth and strategies for coping with discomfort.
Natural disaster stressors is defined as short-term stressors and are usually more severe than long-term stressors. For example, Natural disasters such as flooding, earthquakes, and hurricanes can kill thousands of people and survivors usually experience severe psychological consequences lasting a lifetime.
Natural environment phobia refers to a subtype of specific phobia characterized by a fear of situations or events that occur in the natural environment or nature, especially storms, heights, or water.
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