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Insanity
01
a state of severe mental disorder affecting a person's ability to understand reality, think rationally, or behave in a socially acceptable manner
What is "insanity"?
Insanity is a severe mental disorder that seriously harms a person's ability to understand and interact with reality. People with insanity may experience hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking, leading to behavior that is irrational and detached from the real world. This condition often requires medical treatment and can be managed with medication, therapy, and support to help the affected individual function more effectively in daily life.
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an unreasonable action that is potentially dangerous
insanity
n
sanity
n
sane
adj
Example
Historically, schizophrenia was wrongly labeled as insanity.
Legal standards often require a significant cognitive impairment for insanity.
Public perception has shifted away from associating all disorders with insanity.
Early intervention is emphasized for symptoms associated with insanity.
Legal defense of insanity is for those unfit for trial due to mental issues.
