The Importance of Being Productive, Active, Assertive, and Highly Involved

question 88

Multiple Choice

The importance of being productive, active, assertive, and highly involved with our fellow humans comprises a pattern of living that:

• A) has proved to be universal across cultures.
• B) has proved to be true of modern times but not so in previous eras.
• C) has proved more popular in Western cultures than in many other cultures, historically and in the present.
• D) has proved to be the best philosophy for extending one's lifespan.

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Definitions:

Mentally Healthy

A state of well-being in which an individual realizes their own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively, and is able to make contributions to their community.

DSM

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a handbook used by healthcare professionals as the authoritative guide to diagnosing mental disorders.

Legal Determination

The process by which a legal authority, such as a court, makes a decision or judgment regarding a particular issue or case.

Schizophrenia

A chronic and severe mental disorder that affects a person's thinking, feeling, and behavior, often characterized by delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thought.