Stoic temperament: Because many of the biggest breeds were bred to be guard dogs, many are the strong, silent type. Slobbery kisses: Many of the biggest breeds are closely related to the Mastiff, one of the original dog types with saggy lips and lots of slobber.
IOP (intraocular pressure): The pressure created by the continual renewal of fluids within the eye. The normal IOP varies among individuals. The intraocular pressure is increased in glaucoma. In acute angle-closure glaucoma, the intraocular pressure rises rapidly because the iris blocks the angle in the front of the eye where the anterior chamber fluid normally drains out.
An EAP, or employee assistance program, is a confidential, short term, counselling service for employees with personal problems that affect their work performance. EAPs grew out of industrial alcoholism programs of the 1940's.