Understanding Mental Illness Definition

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Which characteristic is associated with individuals who avoid problems rather than coping with them?

Avoidance of reality

What is a common trait exhibited by individuals with dependency needs due to feelings of inadequacy?

Inability to cope

What is a characteristic commonly displayed by individuals with poor self-concept?

Exhibiting dependency needs

Which behavior is a result of an individual's inability to perceive reality?

Poor judgment

Which trait is typically associated with individuals who are unable to establish meaningful relationships?

Exhibiting maladaptive behavior

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a mentally healthy person?

Maintaining unfulfilling relationships

Which of the following is a characteristic of a mentally healthy person?

Sense of autonomy

What is a key aspect of a mentally healthy person's psychological wellbeing?

Sense of competence

What does a mentally healthy person typically possess with regard to self-esteem?

High self-esteem

Which characteristic is associated with a mentally healthy person?

Sense of mastery

What does the American Psychiatric Association define as mental illness?

A clinically significant behavioral or psychological pattern in an individual

According to the definition, when is a behavioral or psychological pattern considered a mental illness?

When it is clinically significant and occurs in an individual

What must be present for a behavioral or psychological syndrome to be considered a mental illness?

Significant distress in the individual

Can mental illness be defined as a psychological pattern not related to distress?

No, it must be associated with present distress

What distinguishes a clinically significant behavioral pattern from other patterns according to the definition?

Association with present distress

What is the main focus of Dr. Yasser Abu Jaish's PhD studies?

Emergency and Critical Care

Why is defining mental health and mental illness challenging?

Because they have overlapping characteristics

What is one factor mentioned in the text that influences the development of mental health?

Social factors

What does the text suggest is important for maintaining mental health?

Maintaining a balanced lifestyle

Which right is mentioned as important in the context of mentally ill individuals?

Right to confidentiality

What right does a patient have concerning psychiatric examination?

Right To Independent Psychiatric Examination

How does hardware contribute to the field mentioned in the text?

Each piece of hardware offers a unique contribution

Which term best describes the trend mentioned in the text?

Exciting and growing

What does 'Right To Independent -5' refer to?

Right To Independent Psychiatric Examination

In the context of psychiatric examination, what does 'Independent' refer to?

Choice of physician for the examination

Learn about how the American Psychiatric Association defines mental illness as a clinically significant behavioral or psychological syndrome or pattern that occurs in an individual and is associated with present distress. Explore the key aspects of mental illness definition.

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