Glossary V

Glossary V

Values refer to the core beliefs we hold regarding what is right and fair in terms of our actions and our interactions with others.

Vandalism refers to the willful damage or destruction of school property including bombing, arson, graffi ti, and other acts that cause property damage.

Variability refers to the degree of change in a phenomenon over time.

Variable refers to a dimension along which people, things, or events differ.

A variable-resistance is an exercise strength training in which the resistance varies throughout the range of motion.

Vascular dementia refers to a form of Dementia resulting from a vascular disease that causes deprivation of the blood supply to the brain. It is a progressive brain disorder involving loss of cognitive functioning caused by blockage of blood flow to the brain, that appears concurrently with other neurological signs and symptoms.

Vascular system refers to the blood supply system of arteries and veins.

Vasocongestion refers to the movement of blood flow into the genitals resulting in a variety of responses including erection in men and lubrication in women

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