Mental Abnormality (Noun)
Meaning
Any abnormality of mental function.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's mental abnormality was evident in her erratic behavior and disorganized thinking patterns.
- A mental abnormality can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, brain injury, and environmental stressors.
- The psychologist specialized in treating individuals with mental abnormalities, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
- After the accident, he began to exhibit a mental abnormality characterized by mood swings and impulsive behavior.
- The researchers studied the mental abnormality of paranoia in a controlled laboratory setting to better understand its underlying causes.