abstinence

abstinence /ab·sti·nence/ (ab´stĭ-nens) a refraining from the use of or indulgence in food, stimulants, or sexual activity.

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periodic abstinence  rhythm method.

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ab·sti·nence (bst-nns)

n.

The act or practice of refraining from indulgence in an appetite, as for certain foods, drink, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or sex.

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absti·nent adj.

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Abstinence

Refraining from the use of alcoholic beverages.

Mentioned in: Alcohol-Related Neurologic Disease

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abstinence

[ab′stinəns]

voluntarily avoiding a substance, such as food or alcohol, or refraining from the performance of an act, such as sexual intercourse.

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abstinence [ab´stĭ-nens]

a refraining from the use of or indulgence in food, stimulants, or coitus.

periodic abstinence natural family planning; see contraception.

abstinence syndrome withdrawal (def. 2).

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abstinence (ab´stnns),

n self-restraint, especially from harmful substances or morally questionable behaviors. See also withdrawal.

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abstinence

Psychology Self-denial; voluntary refraining from indulgences–eg, eating, drinking inebrients, sexual activity. See Continence, Fast.

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Patient discussion about abstinence.

Q. I have friend that drinks a lot of alcohol and not only in the parties I worry for her and I do not want that she will be alcoholic, how can i help her?

A. be positive when supporting her,get other friends and family involved,the more people the more help she will get.good luck and best wishes.

Q. What is the reason one can't drink alcohol during pregnancy? not even a drop? what about be around people who smoke ? how do i know what are the healthy steps and resolutions i need to take in order to improve and verify my baby's health in any aspect ?

A. alcohol is known for it's ability to cause fetal deformations. if you drink a glass of wine a week it shouldn't matter (according to the teratology center) but more then that can cause serious damage. smoking is the same. as you may very well know - cigarettes has about 300 materials known to be cancerous. and it also cause the blood to be less oxygenated which will be even worse to the fetus.