Autogenic (Adjective)
Meaning
Originating within the body.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Autogenic theory suggests that cancer cells develop from the body's own cells rather than being caused by external factors.
- Infection can trigger an autogenic disease, where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells in the body.
- Autogenic therapy is a treatment that focuses on relaxation techniques to help alleviate physical symptoms.
- Researchers believe that certain types of antibodies are autogenic, meaning they can trigger a response against the body's own tissues.
- Autogenic training involves training the body to respond to stress in a more manageable way through controlled breathing and relaxation.