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self-medication

UK
/ˌselfˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/ˌsɛlfˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/

Translations

self-medicationnoun
self-medications
pl
Self-medication can sometimes lead to more harm than good.
Самолечение иногда может привести к большему вреду, чем пользе.
Synonyms
self-treatment
self-care
automedication
self-prescribing
self-medicationadjective
UK
/ˌselfˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/ˌsɛlfˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/
Used attributively before a noun to denote relation to the practice of self-medication.

Definitions

self-medicationnoun
The act of treating one's own ailments or conditions without professional medical advice or prescription.
Many people resort to self-medication with over-the-counter drugs for minor illnesses.
The use of alcohol or other substances by an individual to cope with psychological distress or mental health symptoms without medical supervision.
Self-medication with alcohol is common among people suffering from untreated depression.
self-medicationadjective
Relating to or involving self-medication.
The survey examined self-medication practices among the elderly.
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