Order theoryOrder theory is a branch of mathematics that investigates the intuitive notion of order using binary relations. It provides a formal framework for describing statements such as "this is less than that" or "this precedes that". This article introduces the field and provides basic definitions. A list of order-theoretic terms can be found in the order theory glossary. Orders are everywhere in mathematics and related fields like computer science. The first order often discussed in primary school is the standard order on the natural numbers e.
Evidence-based policyEvidence-based policy is a concept in public policy that advocates for policy decisions to be grounded on, or influenced by, rigorously established objective evidence. This concept presents a stark contrast to policymaking predicated on ideology, 'common sense,' anecdotes, or personal intuitions. The approach mirrors the effective altruism movement's philosophy within governmental circles. The methodology employed in evidence-based policy often includes comprehensive research methods such as randomized controlled trials (RCT).
Mouvements anormauxLes mouvements anormaux (aussi dénommés sous l'appellation trouble du mouvement) rassemblent, en médecine, des mouvements involontaires et non contrôlables par la pensée, dont font partie : l'akathisie ; l'akinésie ; l'ataxie ; l'athétose ; la chorée ; la choréo-athétose ; la dystonie ; les dyskinésies ; l'hémiballisme ; les myoclonies ; la syncinésie ; les tics ; les tremblements ; le trémor. Examen neurologique Site du collège des enseignants en neurologie Catégorie:Sémiologie neurologique Catégorie:Syndr
Tic disorderTic disorders are defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) based on type (motor or phonic) and duration of tics (sudden, rapid, nonrhythmic movements). Tic disorders are defined similarly by the World Health Organization (ICD-10 codes). The fifth revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), published in May 2013, classifies Tourette syndrome and tic disorders as motor disorders listed in the neurodevelopmental disorder category.
Truncal ataxiaTruncal ataxia (or trunk ataxia) is a wide-based "drunken sailor" gait characterised by uncertain starts and stops, lateral deviations and unequal steps. It is an instability of the trunk and often seen during sitting. It is most visible when shifting position or walking heel-to-toe. As a result of this gait impairment, falling is a concern in patients with ataxia. Truncal ataxia affects the muscles closer to the body such as the trunk, shoulder girdle and hip girdle. It is involved in gait stability.
Geriatric care managementGeriatric care management is the process of planning and coordinating care of the elderly and others with physical and/or mental impairments to meet their long term care needs, improve their quality of life, and maintain their independence for as long as possible. It entails working with persons of old age and their families in managing, rendering and referring various types of health and social care services.
Égalité des chancesEn tant que valeur sociale, l’égalité des chances est une notion complexe. Le terme est, en effet, polysémique, et donc sujet à interprétation. L’objectivité dans la définition donnée dans cet article sera donc relative. Notons également l’ambiguïté du terme chance, mis au pluriel dans cette expression. L’égalité des chances est une exigence qui veut que le statut social des individus d’une génération ne dépende plus des caractéristiques morales, ethniques, religieuses, financières et sociales des générations précédentes, mais uniquement du service qu'ils peuvent apporter à la société, voire à la civilisation.
Abnormal posturingAbnormal posturing is an involuntary flexion or extension of the arms and legs, indicating severe brain injury. It occurs when one set of muscles becomes incapacitated while the opposing set is not, and an external stimulus such as pain causes the working set of muscles to contract. The posturing may also occur without a stimulus. Since posturing is an important indicator of the amount of damage that has occurred to the brain, it is used by medical professionals to measure the severity of a coma with the Glasgow Coma Scale (for adults) and the Pediatric Glasgow Coma Scale (for infants).
Droits individuels et collectifsLes droits collectifs, aussi appelés droits de groupe, sont les droits et libertés exercé par une communauté (ou un groupe) en tant que telle, plutôt que par les membres pris séparément; par opposition, les droits individuels sont exercés par des personnes distinctes. Le concept de droits collectifs est utilisé aussi bien pour restreindre que pour protéger l'exercice des droits individuels ainsi du fait qu'il est à l'origine de polémiques. Les droits collectifs peuvent être reconnus dans des textes internationaux.
Mass comparisonMass comparison is a method developed by Joseph Greenberg to determine the level of genetic relatedness between languages. It is now usually called multilateral comparison. The method is rejected by most linguists , though not all. Some of the top-level relationships Greenberg named are now generally accepted, though they had already been posited by others (e.g. Afro-Asiatic and Niger–Congo). Others are accepted by many though disputed by some prominent specialists (e.g.
