psychopathological
/ˌsaɪkoʊˌpæθəˈlɑdʒɪkəl/
adjective
- Relating to the scientific study of mental disorders or abnormal behavior.
- The clinic specializes in psychopathological assessments for children.
- The researcher published a paper on psychopathological patterns in adolescents.
- Her psychopathological training helped her understand the root causes of anxiety disorders.
- Describing behavior or thoughts that are characteristic of a mental disorder.
- The patient's psychopathological symptoms included hallucinations and delusions.
- The novel explores the psychopathological mindset of its main character.
- Some psychopathological traits can be managed with therapy and medication.
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