A Ritualistic Act That a Person Feels Compelled to Perform

question 582

Multiple Choice

A ritualistic act that a person feels compelled to perform is called a(n)

• A) compulsion.
• B) obsession.
• C) delusion.
• D) regression.

Comprehend the legal and ethical considerations in the treatment of mental health, including the insanity defense and involuntary commitment.

Understand the stigma associated with mental illness and efforts toward de-stigmatization.

Recognize the role of biological, psychological, and social factors in the development and treatment of mental illnesses.

Explain the differences and characteristics of major mental health disorders.

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Definitions:

Personal Goals

Individual objectives set by a person aiming to achieve personal growth, satisfaction, or specific milestones in their personal or professional life.

Ethical Decision-making

The procedure of scrutinizing and opting for choices in conformity with principles of ethics.

Inhumane Working Conditions

Refers to poor and unacceptable workplace environments that violate basic human rights, often entailing excessive hours, lack of safety, and abusive treatment.

Subsistence Wages

The minimum income necessary for a worker to meet basic needs, often barely enough to survive.