ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS
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mental health problems are more serious and often longer lasting conditions than mental disorders
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mental health is more accepted than mental disorders.
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mental disorders are almost impossible to diagnose, whereas a mental health problem is easily recognisable.
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mental disorders are more serious and often longer lasting conditions than mental health problems.
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Detailed explanation-1: -If these ongoing symptoms become more severe, you may meet the definition of having a mental disorder, which is a legal definition. A mental disorder shares the same qualities as a mental illness but is used in reference to the Mental Health Act to describe the particular symptoms a person has.
Detailed explanation-2: -MENTAL ILLNESS A person with an intellectual disability has a life-long condition of slow intellectual development, where medication has little or no effect. A person with mental illness has a disorder that can be treated with medication, psychotherapy or other supports.
Detailed explanation-3: -Like it or not, stress is a part of life. Practice good coping skills: Try One-Minute Stress Strategies, do Tai Chi, exercise, take a nature walk, play with your pet or try journal writing as a stress reducer. Also, remember to smile and see the humor in life.