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Definition The condition that is said to exist when a person's emotions thoughts, or behavior deviate substantially from what is considered to be normal at a certain time and place in history. In other words, the definition of mental illness depends on a society's norms, or rules of behavior. Behaviors that violate these norms are considered signs of deviance or, in some cases, of mental illness.Criteria for Diagnosing Mental Illness W.B. Maher and B.A. Maher consistently found the following symptoms among those living with Mental Illness. · Harmful behavior- self-mutilation or suicide this behavior is thought to be contrary to survival the exceptions to this is cultural beliefs or warfare. Example of cultural belief: In Italy castration is used if a person is thought to have musical talent- in order to prepare him for an operatic career as a castrato. · Unrealistic thoughts and perception- such as delusions or hallucinations Delusions are a type of psychotic symptom that indicate a person has lost contact with reality Hallucinations are false perception in any of the five senses · Inappropriate Emotions - laughing when you should not or having extreme emotional reactions.
Biological Explanation - theory that all disease is caused by the malfunctioning of some aspect of the body. The bodily abnormalities causing mental illness can be inherited. The biological perspective views mental illness in terms of bodily processes. Studies suggest a genetic influence in some mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, although the evidence is not conclusive. · The Supernatural Approach -remove evil forces (exorcisms). Trephination (from the Stone Age), which is cutting an opening in the skull to allow evil spirits to leave the body. This procedure worked sometimes when the behavioral changes were caused by pressure from bleeding or tumors. Malleus Maleficarum, which was written by two Dominican Priests served as a handbook for inquisition, it claimed that witches could be identified by delusions, hallucinations, or other peculiar behavior. "Mental Illness," Microsoftc Encartac Encyclopedia 99. c 1993-1998 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Gradual Improvement in the Treatment of Mental Illness · Psychotherapy - remove, modify or control psychological state; change behavior patterns (e.g. Addiction, aggression, etc); promote positive growth (create goals for oneself) Supernatural Explanation Mental illness was thought to be caused by mysterious forces entering the body. The mentally ill are often blamed fo
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