The study of the distribution of mental or physical disorders in a population is called

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Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health and disease conditions in a defined population. This includes the prevalence, incidence, and risk factors associated with mental and physical disorders within a population. Etiology is the study of the causes of a disorder. Psychopathology is the study of abnormal behavior and mental illness. Biopsychology is the study of how biological processes influence behavior.

The Study of the Distribution of Mental or Physical Disorders