critical analyses on paranoid schizophrenia

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Medicine
6th January, 2016.
A Critical Analysis on Paranoid Schizophrenia
Introduction
Mental health and illness refer to the issue of cognitive and emotional health status of an individual. It is defined as a state of psychological well-being and an absence of any cognitive or emotional dysfunction. A person is said to exhibit appropriate mental, when the individual functions at a satisfactory level concerning emotional and behavioral aspects. The World Health Organization (WHO) has defined mental health as a state of subjective well-being, perceived self-efficacy, adequate competence, autonomy and self-actualization in a person. If any of the aspects above are compromised in an individual, he or she is referred to be a patient of mental illness. Appropriate mental health is important from the perspective of social and clinical well-being. However, the WHO suggests that approximately 50% of individuals across the globe are affected by some mental disorder (Anthony et al. 353-358). Emotional abilities and behavioral adjustments are essential in combating stress and physical hazards. Studies have also indicated that inadequate emotional abilities and behavioral adjustments may lead to anti-social behaviors and also increases the chances of self-harm. Hence, maintaining appropriate mental health is important for maintaining a healthy life and lifestyle. There are various forms of mental disorders that include d…