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Anaclitic Depression

nounverified·updated May 18, 2026

severe and progressive depression in infants who lose their mother and do not get a suitable substitute

MWE

Classifications

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Sensitivity

unclassified

Information Class

unclassified

Variants

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Anaclitic Depressions
possessive
Anaclitic Depression's
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Anaclitic Depressions'