Each Canadian Jurisdiction Has Its Own Definition of Mental Illness

question 7

Multiple Choice

Each Canadian jurisdiction has its own definition of mental illness.Saskatchewan uses what Robertson (1994) calls a functional definition.What does that mean?

• A)It is practical and easy to understand and apply.
• B)It emphasizes behaviour over emotions and thoughts.
• C)It specifies the effect of the illness on the patient's thoughts and behaviour.
• D)It serves the function of allowing for civil commitment.

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