Mental illness can affect persons of any age and is not a result of personal weakness or lack of character. The outputs of such mental conditions are adverse which could lead to insomnia and even suicide. A proper treatment can heal a person suffering from mental illness and make his life back to normal, making him more confident than before.
Lisa’s Mental Illness in the Movie Girl, Interrupted
In the movie, “Girl, Interrupted,” Lisa is diagnosed as a sociopath or Anti Social Personality Disorder. She is manipulative, charismatic, abusive and …show more content…
It might lead to criminal behavior as the society's norms and rules are not accepted. Lack of insight is also very common for the people suffering from ASPD. They see the world as having the problems and not with them and therefore don't want to seek treatment. So proper treatment should be given to such patients.
Treatments like cognitive therapy and addiction and family counseling could help Lisa to get well. The cognitive therapy will help Lisa to improve. The therapy helps a patient to understand his/her own problem and how to correct it. The therapist should set the guidelines like the involvement of patients, active participation, regular attendance and completion of necessary work. Lisa will have less frustration if this treatment is given to her properly. She will trust in relationships and get motivated.
Addiction and Family Counseling can also help improving Lisa's state of mind. The therapists who specialize in these types of counseling can help Lisa to maintain an enduring attachment to her spouse. She might become responsible and honest with reduced anger and