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Health and Sickness - Describing Mental Illnesses

Here you will learn some English words related to the description of mental illnesses such as "demented", "manic", and "neurotic".

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sociopathic
[Adjective]

relating to or exhibiting extreme antisocial attitudes and behaviors that are perceived as signs of a personality disorder

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psychosomatic
[Adjective]

(of a physical illness) caused or aggravated by mental factors, such as stress and anxiety

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psychopathic
[Adjective]

lacking morality, shame, or consideration toward others

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not sane or unable to think clearly

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manic-depressive
[Adjective]

relating to or suffering from bipolar disorder

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maladjusted
[Adjective]

emotionally unstable and unable to cope with the requirements of a healthy social life

Ex: Her maladjusted behavior made it difficult for her to maintain stable relationships .
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disordered
[Adjective]

affected by an abnormal physical or mental condition

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unbalanced
[Adjective]

emotional or psychological instability, including disruptions in mood, thought processes, or behavior

Ex: Personality disorders involve unbalanced behavior patterns .
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a condition characterized by symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and distress, typically resulting from experiencing a traumatic event

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schizophrenic
[Adjective]

suffering from or relating to schizophrenia

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psychotic
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(of a mental condition) affecting brain processes so severely that makes one unable to tell the difference between reality and fantasy

Ex: Psychotic episodes may be triggered by stress or substance abuse .
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paranoid
[Adjective]

unreasonably scared of other people or thinking that they are trying to cause harm

Ex: Despite reassurances from friends , he remained paranoid that they were secretly plotting against him .
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neurotic
[Adjective]

relating to mental instability with excessive anxiety, irrational fears, and obsessive thoughts

Ex: Managing stress is often difficult for neurotic individuals .
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melancholic
[Adjective]

characterized by a deep, lingering sadness or sorrow

Ex: The old photograph evoked a melancholic nostalgia for the days gone by .
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manic
[Adjective]

experiencing a state of extreme excitement, energy, or activity, often characterized by uncontrollable or frenzied behavior

Ex: During the concert , the crowd became manic, dancing and cheering wildly as their favorite band performed .
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madly
[Adverb]

in a way that suggests or resembles insanity or wild excitement

Ex: He laughed madly, tears streaming down his face in hysterics .
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mad
[Adjective]

suffering from a severe mental disorder that affects one's thoughts, behaviors, and emotions

Ex: He was considered mad by many because of his bizarre actions .
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hysterical
[Adjective]

experiencing a state of extreme fear or panic, unable to stay calm

Ex: He was almost hysterical after getting trapped in the elevator .
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deranged
[Adjective]

incapable of behaving normally or thinking clearly due to mental illness

Ex: After the accident , her mind was so deranged that she could n't recognize her own family .
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depressed
[Adjective]

feeling very unhappy and having no hope

Ex: He became depressed during the long , dark winter .
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demented
[Adjective]

associated with severe cognitive decline, leading to memory loss, confusion, etc.

Ex: Neurological disorders progress to a demented state with cognitive decline .
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confused
[Adjective]

lacking clarity or awareness, often due to disorientation in terms of time, place, or identity

Ex: The doctor explained that confused behavior in older adults is common as cognitive abilities decline .
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bipolar
[Adjective]

experiencing or relating to alternating periods of high and low moods, known as mania and depression

Ex: Bipolar depression can be debilitating , leading to difficulty in daily functioning .
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