Underdiagnosed

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    diagnosed less frequently than its occurrence.

    "Mood disorders, such as anxiety disorders and major depression, are often described as underdiagnosed and undertreated, in part because people with the disorders often do not seek treatment."

Example

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"Complex post-traumatic stress disorder, usually referred to as complex PTSD, is relatively underdiagnosed compared to the more acute form of PTSD."

Etymology

From under- + diagnosed.

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