PS101 Lecture Notes - Bipolar Disorder, Psychopathy, Twin
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Mental disorder: any behaviour or emotional state that: Seriously impairs the person"s ability to work or get along with others, or. See table 15. 1 for table of various disorders. Mental health is conceived in context of society (i. e. if society is homophobic, then homosexuality can be considered a mental health disorder) Not the same as insanity: legal term only involving mental illness and whether a person is aware of consequences and can control their behaviour. Varying definitions of mental disorders: mental disorder as a violation of cultural standards, mental disorder as emotional distress, mental disorder as behaviour that is self-destructive or harmful to others. In canada, mental disorders are the leading cause of disability in those aged 15-24. Have to be careful in whether we are simply applying a bias or cultural norm against someone, or whether there is a legitimate mental health concern. Disorders typically classified using the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (dsm)
