Fragility
Fragility
Fragility (/frəˈdʒɪlɪti/; from Latin fragilitas, meaning "brittleness") refers to the quality of being easily broken or damaged. It is a term often used in various fields such as medicine, material science, and psychology.
Medical Context
In a medical context, fragility can refer to a state of increased vulnerability to adverse health outcomes, often associated with aging. This is commonly referred to as Fragility Syndrome or Frailty Syndrome. It is characterized by a decline in an individual's physiological reserve and resistance to stressors, resulting in increased susceptibility to disease or disability.
Material Science
In material science, fragility refers to the susceptibility of a material to fracture when subjected to stress. This is often measured using the Fragility Index, a quantitative measure of a material's resistance to fracture.
Psychology
In psychology, fragility can refer to emotional vulnerability or sensitivity. This is often associated with conditions such as Fragile X Syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes intellectual disability and behavioral and learning challenges.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fragility
- Wikipedia's article - Fragility
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