Severe and persistent mental illness is best characterized as a:

A) mental illness with longer than 2 weeks' duration.
B) major ongoing mental illness marked by significant functional impairments.
C) mental illness accompanied by physical impairment and severe social problems.
D) major mental illness that cannot be treated to prevent deterioration of cognitive and social abilities.

Severe and Persistent Mental Illness

A term used to describe long-lasting and major mental health conditions that significantly impair an individual's functioning.

Functional Impairments

Limitations in performing daily activities due to physical, mental, or emotional disorders.

Significant Social Problems

Major issues within society that affect the well-being of its members, such as poverty, inequality, or crime.