mental state

Example Sentences

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In our conversations, van der Kolk described past traumas as a form of “emotional tyranny” over a person’s current mental state.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Whether this is intentional behavior born of the arrogance of power or a symptom of a deteriorating mental state is somewhat beside the point.

From Salon • May 26, 2026

The panel of three judges said the court "does not accept Mr Tarrant's evidence about his mental state."

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

It changes your mind, your mental state, your spiritual state.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

If Dad is losing his mind, gossiping about his mental state probably isn’t helpful.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller