Symptom

Definition

A symptom is a specific characteristic or feature that indicates the presence of a particular condition or illness. In psychology, symptoms refer to observable behaviors, thoughts, or feelings that are associated with a mental disorder.

Related terms

Diagnosis:

The process of identifying and classifying a mental disorder based on observed symptoms and other relevant information.

Manifestation: The outward expression or display of symptoms associated with a particular psychological condition.

Severity: The degree or intensity of the symptoms experienced by an individual, which can vary from mild to severe.