mental condition
Definition
Noun: 1. A person's psychological or emotional state: This refers to the overall condition of a person's mind, including their thoughts, feelings, and cognitive functioning at a given time. It describes the state of mental health or psychological well-being. 2. A specific psychological state or disorder: In a more clinical sense, it can refer to a particular, identifiable psychological condition or state of mind, such as a mood, cognitive state, or mental disorder.
Usage Examples
- General State:
- The traumatic event left him in a fragile mental condition.
- Her positive mental condition helped her recover quickly from the illness.
- Specific State/Disorder:
- The doctor assessed the patient's mental condition before prescribing medication.
- Anxiety is a common mental condition affecting millions of people.
Advanced Usage
- "State of mind" as a near equivalent: Often used interchangeably in general contexts to describe a temporary or prevailing psychological state.
- He was in a positive state of mind (or mental condition) for the interview.
- In legal and medical contexts, "mental condition" is a formal term used in evaluations and diagnoses.
- The court ordered an assessment of the defendant's mental condition at the time of the crime.
Variants and Related Words
- Mental state (n): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "mental condition," though sometimes perceived as describing a more temporary or situational condition.
- Psychological state (n): A more formal synonym emphasizing the scientific or clinical aspect.
- Frame of mind (n): Typically refers to a temporary mood or attitude.
- Mental health (n): Refers broadly to the state of one's psychological and emotional well-being over time, not just a condition at a single point.
Synonyms
- Psychological state
- State of mind
- Mental state
- Emotional state
- Psychological condition
Antonyms
- Physical condition
- Bodily health
Related Phrases
- Of sound mind: A legal and common phrase meaning to have a healthy, rational mental condition.
- The witness was confirmed to be of sound mind.
- Mental fitness: Similar to mental condition, but often implies a positive, robust state of cognitive and emotional health.
- Regular puzzles can help maintain mental fitness.
Noun
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(psychology) a mental condition in which the qualities of a state are relatively constant even though the state itself may be dynamic
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a manic state
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