The Term That Describes a Defendant Who Was, as a Result

question 18

Multiple Choice

The term that describes a defendant who was, as a result of mental illness, unable to know the difference between right and wrong.

• A) insanity
• B) incompetence
• C) actus reus
• D) mens rea

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Definitions:

Self-Love

Self-love is the regard for one’s own well-being and happiness, often considered as a crucial part of mental health and emotional resilience.

Fearful Avoidant Attachment

A type of attachment characterized by a desire for close relationships but a fear of getting too close or being too dependent on others.

Anxiety

Experiencing stress, fretfulness, or restlessness, usually in anticipation of a nearing event or due to an unpredictable result.

Avoidance

A defense mechanism involving efforts to evade or circumvent a source of anxiety or a perceived threat.