Mental disorders represent a "clinically significant behavioral or psychological syndrome or pattern that occurs in an individual and that is associated with present distress (e.g., a painful symptom) or disability.

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This definition aligns with the DSM-5, which describes mental disorders as significant behavioral or psychological patterns causing distress or disability.

Mental Disorders Represent a "Clinically Significant Behavioral or Psychological Syndrome