Describe the Reasoning Behind the Fact That Offenders with Mental

question 6

Essay

Describe the reasoning behind the fact that offenders with mental illness may be executed but offenders with mental disability may not. Do you see this trend continuing in the United States? Why or why not?

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Definitions:

Unipolar Depression

A major depressive disorder characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness or lack of interest.

Beck

Aaron Beck, a prominent psychologist known for his work in cognitive therapy, particularly in relation to depression, and the development of the cognitive-behavioral therapy approach.

Ruminative Responses

The tendency to compulsively focus on the causes and consequences of one's distress rather than taking action to relieve it.

Mentally Dwelling

The act of continuously thinking about or fixating on a certain thought or problem without reaching a resolution.