Why Are Certain Individuals Found Unfit to Stand Trial? Which

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Essay

Why are certain individuals found unfit to stand trial? Which means are available to make this assessment in Canada?

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that transmit signals across a chemical synapse, from one neuron to another, influencing mental function and behavior.

Neuroscience Approach

A method of studying the nervous system to understand the biological bases of behavior, cognition, and emotion.

Apraxia

A motor disorder caused by damage to the brain, characterized by difficulty in executing purposeful movements despite having the desire and physical ability to perform them.

Aphasia

is a communication disorder that results from damage to parts of the brain responsible for language, affecting the person's ability to speak, write, and understand others.