Unit 3 Discussion: Abnormal Behavior and Dysfunction

Abnormal Behavior and Dysfunction Mental disorders are serious debilitating illnesses that affect the person's ability to function on a daily basis, as the individual did before the development of the disorder. Psychologists agree that mental illness affects a person's thinking (cognition), behavior, and emotional state. To prepare for this week's Discussion Board, review the following source: Rosenberg, J. (2019, March 19). Mental health issues on the rise among adolescents, young adults. AJMC. https://www(dot)ajmc(dot)com/view/mental-health-issues-on-the-rise-among-adolescents-young-adults Proceed to this week's discussion by selecting one of the case studies (accessible from the Course Resources) and locating one credible source from the internet or the Library to discuss the following: Explain the individual's symptoms. Next, explain how the symptoms of the chosen disorder affect the individual's ability to function and live life as they normally would on at least one of the elements: physical, cognitive, or emotional level.