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A Procedure Which Severs the Connections from Parts of the Brain

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A procedure which severs the connections from parts of the brain that control emotions is:


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Grave Disability

A condition where an individual is unable to take care of basic personal needs due to a mental disorder.

O'Connor v. Donaldson

A landmark legal case in which the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a state cannot constitutionally confine a non-dangerous individual who is capable of surviving safely in freedom by themselves or with the help of willing and responsible family members or friends.

Nondangerous Individual

A person who, despite any mental health issues, is not considered a threat to the safety of themselves or others.

Psychiatric Patients

Individuals who are receiving treatment for mental health disorders which may significantly impair their emotional, cognitive, and behavioral functioning.

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