What is deemed as a mental disorder in one society may not necessarily be deemed as one in another.

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Mental disorders are culturally constructed concepts and vary across different societies and cultures. What may be considered abnormal or pathological behavior in one society may be considered normative or even desirable in another. For example, in some cultures, hearing voices or experiencing spiritual visions may be considered a positive experience, whereas in other cultures it may be considered a symptom of mental illness.

What Is Deemed as a Mental Disorder in One Society