Deprivation

Deprivation

Deprivation (/dɛprɪˈveɪʃən/) is a broad term that refers to the lack or denial of something considered to be a necessity. It is often used in the context of social and economic circumstances, but can also refer to other areas such as sleep, nutrition, and sensory input.

Etymology

The term 'deprivation' originates from the Latin word 'deprivare', which means 'to take away'. It was first used in English in the 15th century.

Related Terms

• Poverty: A state of deprivation where an individual or group lacks the financial resources to meet a minimum standard of living.
• Malnutrition: A physical state of health that occurs when a person's diet does not provide the necessary nutrients for growth and maintenance, or when a person is not able to fully utilize the food they eat due to illness.
• Sleep deprivation: A condition that occurs if you don't get enough sleep.
• Sensory deprivation: A situation in which one or more of the senses are not receiving any input.

See Also

• Social deprivation
• Relative deprivation
• Deprivation index
• Deprivation of assets

References

• World Health Organization: Deprivation and its effects on health
• United Nations Development Programme: Human Deprivation Index

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Deprivation
• Wikipedia's article - Deprivation

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