Mental Health in Morocco
Historically, how has mental illness often been viewed in Morocco?
A sign of lack of faith, leading to stigma.
Humans only use 10% of their brains most of the time.
False. Brain imaging shows we use nearly all parts of our brain, even when at rest.
Which of these features does NOT apply to Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
A. Grandiose sense of self-importance?
B. Sense of entitlement
C. Manipulation
D. Vulnerability in self-esteem
C. Manipulation
If a Moroccan came to you as a psychologist and told you the devil was telling them to do bad things, how should it be interpreted?
Nothing, it's a common and cultural way to describe our actions here.
Left-brained people are logical, and right-brained people are creative.
False (Brain functions are highly interconnected)
What is Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD)?
It is characterized by a habitual and pervasive disregard for the rights, feelings, and safety of others, often expressed through deceit, manipulation, impulsivity, aggression, and unlawful behavior. Individuals show little or no remorse for their actions.
How many times has Morocco conducted a national mental health survey in the past 10 years?
0
Which widely known and used personality test actually has 0 scientific reliability?
MBTI
What are intrusive thoughts and how are they different from simple worries?
Unwanted, involuntary thoughts, images, or urges that cause distress. They are repetitive, and often inconsistent with the person’s values.
What is there to say about the status of psychologists in Morocco?
It is not fully legally recognized by the country.
What is the Bystander effect?
It is when people are less likely to help in emergencies when others are present.
Which disorder is characterized by excessive emotionality and attention‑seeking behavior?
Histrionic Personality Disorder
According to 2025 data, around how many child psychiatrists were practicing in the public sector in Morocco?
62
What’s the term for the tendency to believe vague personality descriptions apply specifically to oneself (often used in horoscopes)?
The Barnum Effect (Or Forer Effect).
What two disorders is fear of abandonment the biggest component of?
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Dependent Personality Disorder