Mental illnesses are characterized by alterations in thinking, mood or behaviour associated with significant distress and impaired functioning. Examples of specific mental illnesses include: mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, problem gambling, and substance dependency.*
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*Source: Public Health Agency of Canada