Sanity

Sanity refers to the soundness, rationality and healthiness of the human mind, as opposed to insanity. A person is considered "sane" if they are rational. In law, sanity is a legal term denoting that an individual is of sound mind and therefore can bear legal responsibility for their actions. The concept was also used in psychology and other social sciences.

Definition

Sanity is characterized by excellent mental health, free from mental illness, and having the ability to distinguish right from wrong. It is also associated with the ability to think rationally and act accordingly in the context of society.

Legal aspects

In criminal law, sanity is a legal term, and it is used to determine an individual's ability to understand that a particular act is wrong. This concept is different from competency, which determines an individual's ability to stand trial.

In psychology

In psychology, sanity is not a formal medical term, but it is often used in discussions and considerations of mental health, mental illness, and mental health law.

See also

• Insanity
• Mental health
• Mental illness
• Mental disorder
• Competency (law)

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