sufficient mental capacity
1mental capacity — n 1) sufficient understanding and memory to comprehend in a general way the situation in which one finds oneself and the nature, purpose, and consequence of any act or transaction into which one proposes to enter 2) the degree of understanding… …
2mental capacity — noun mental ability he s got plenty of brains but no common sense • Syn: ↑brain, ↑brainpower, ↑learning ability, ↑mentality, ↑wit • Derivationally related forms: ↑mental ( …
3mental capacity — The condition or quality of the mind which renders one criminally responsible for his acts; an essential of criminal responsibility. State v Pinski (Mo) 163 SW2d 785. Sufficient capacity to know and understand in a reasonable manner the nature… …
4capacity — ca·pac·i·ty n pl ties 1: a qualification, power, or ability (as to give consent or make a testament) created by operation of law 2: an individual s ability or aptitude; esp: mental ability as it relates to responsibility for the commission of a… …
5Mental disorder — Classification and external resources Eight women representing prominent mental diagnoses in the 19th century. (Armand Gautier) ICD 10 F …
6Mental health — describes either a level of cognitive or emotional well being or an absence of a mental disorder.[1][2] From perspectives of the discipline of positive psychology or holism mental health may include an individual s ability to enjoy life and… …
7testamentary capacity — The capacity to accomplish the purpose of making a valid will as determined objectively from the standpoint of the purpose. The capacity of a person making a will to know the natural objects of his bounty, to comprehend the kind and character of… …
8mental disorder — Any illness with a psychological origin, manifested either in symptoms of emotional distress or in abnormal behaviour. Most mental disorders can be broadly classified as either psychoses or neuroses (see neurosis; psychosis). Psychoses (e.g.,… …
9Capacity (law) — The capacity of both natural and artificial persons determines whether they may make binding amendments to their rights, duties and obligations, such as getting married or merging, entering into contracts, making gifts, or writing a valid will.… …
10Mental retardation — Classification and external resources ICD 10 F70 F …
