Baggage
Baggage (medical)
Baggage (pronunciation: /ˈbæɡɪdʒ/) in a medical context refers to the metaphorical weight that one carries as a result of past experiences or traumas. This term is often used in psychological and psychiatric contexts.
Etymology
The term "baggage" originates from the Middle English word "bagage", which refers to the belongings packed in bags for travel. In a medical context, it has been metaphorically extended to refer to the emotional or psychological burdens that individuals carry with them.
Related Terms
- Emotional trauma: Emotional trauma is a type of damage to the mind that occurs as a result of a severely distressing event.
- Psychological stress: Psychological stress is a type of harmful stress that can affect both physical and mental health.
- Mental health: Mental health refers to a person's condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being.
- Psychotherapy: Psychotherapy is a general term for treating mental health problems by talking with a psychiatrist, psychologist or other mental health provider.
See also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Baggage
- Wikipedia's article - Baggage
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