What Is a Settlement

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Short Answer

What is a settlement?

Identify the factors contributing to mental illness.

Understand the societal views and treatment of mental illness.

Grasp the impact of cultural and social factors on mental health.

Recognize the limitations and criticisms of the DSM-5 classification scheme.

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Definitions:

Style of Life

A concept introduced by Alfred Adler, referring to an individual's unique way of achieving superiority and managing lifestyle tasks.

Social Interest

A concept in psychology that refers to an individual's attitude towards and level of engagement with their community and society at large.

Alfred Adler

An Austrian medical doctor and psychotherapist who is best known for his theories on the importance of feelings of inferiority and the development of lifestyle.

Inferiority Complex

A psychological condition where an individual feels a deep sense of incompetence, underachievement, or inadequacy, often leading to overcompensation in other areas.