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Disabilities

Disabilities is a term that describes a mental or physical condition that limits one's abilities to carry out the activities of daily living.

Dr. Jeff Livingstonreviewed this

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

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