chemical imbalance
The term "chemical imbalance" is often used to describe irregular levels of neurotransmitters in the brain, which can affect mental health.
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Definition
B2Psychology
(informal, euphemistic)A condition where irregular levels of brain chemicals affect mood, behavior, and thinking.
Example
- Many people believe that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance.
C1Medicine
(technical)An irregular concentration of neurotransmitters or hormones in the body that can influence mental and physical health.
Example
- Doctors are researching how a chemical imbalance in the brain might contribute to anxiety disorders.
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