Insanity is a legal status, not a psychological diagnosis. It indicates that a person cannot be held responsible for their actions due to mental illness, particularly in the context of legal proceedings or criminal responsibility.

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Insanity Is a

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Insanity is a

A) psychological diagnosis that determines that an individual is unable to understand the nature and purpose of legal proceedings.
B) psychological diagnosis that confirms that an individual is dangerous to themselves or to others.
C) legal status indicating that a person cannot be held responsible for his or her actions because of mental illness.
D) recognition that a person has a chronic mental illness that is not responsive to treatment.

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