Mental Disorders: Types and Causes

What is “abnormal”? Mental disorders are characterized by abnormal behaviour, thoughts and feelings “abnormal” – any departure from the norm (different) Examples?? Pejorative connotation – characteristics we dislike or fear Behaviour is maladaptive Causes distress or discomfort, often interfere with people’s ability to lead useful, productive lives, make it impossible for people to hold jobs,…

Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD)

What Is Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD)? a personality disorder/psychological mental illness that involves disregard for the rights or others, as well as impulsive, irresponsible and aggressive behaviour. Incidence in the population 3% in males and 1% in females. It is seen in 3% to 30% of psychiatric outpatients. even higher in prisons (80-85%). higher among…