Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anamnestic
Adjective
/ˌæn.əˈmɛn.stɪk/
Definition
Relating to or denoting a method of remembering or referring to past experiences, especially in the context of medical history or psychological assessment.
Examples
- The anamnestic approach in therapy helps patients connect their current issues with past experiences.
- During the patient’s visit, the doctor took an anamnestic history to understand previous health conditions.
Meaning
The term anamnestic refers to the process of recalling past events or memories, often as part of a medical evaluation or psychological examination.
Synonyms
- Recollection
- Reminiscence
- Retrospective
