overmedicalized

[US]/ˌəʊvəˈmedɪkəlaɪzd/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərˈmedɪkəlaɪzd/

Translation

adj.excessively treated as a medical condition

Phrases & Collocations

overmedicalized society

becomes overmedicalized

overmedicalized patient

overmedicalized care

overmedicalized issue

overmedicalized view

overmedicalized treatment

overmedicalized approach

overmedicalized health

overmedicalized world

Example Sentences

the overmedicalized health system often prioritizes tests over patient comfort.

critics argue that an overmedicalized approach to mild anxiety can cause more harm than good.

in an overmedicalized society, everyday worries are frequently treated with prescription drugs.

some doctors fear that the overmedicalized culture undermines natural healing processes.

the overmedicalized treatment of minor ailments leads to unnecessary healthcare costs.

an overmedicalized environment in hospitals can increase patient stress levels.

overmedicalized disease management often ignores lifestyle and psychosocial factors.

the overmedicalized policy encourages excessive screenings for healthy individuals.

many patients feel overwhelmed by the overmedicalized care they receive.

overmedicalized interventions can sometimes mask underlying emotional issues.

the overmedicalized system tends to overprescribe antibiotics for viral infections.

some researchers claim that overmedicalized mental health services reduce personal resilience.

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