Meaning & use

dysregulation

noun·Academic

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Impairment or disruption of the normal regulation of a biological or psychological system.

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Emotional dysregulation can make it hard for a person to calm down after a minor setback.

The disorder is linked to dysregulation of the hormone that controls blood sugar.

A note on using this word

Commonly paired with a specific system, such as 'emotional dysregulation' or 'immune dysregulation,' rather than used alone.

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