Psychological Harm
/ˌsaɪkəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl hɑːrm/
Definitions
- (n.) Emotional or mental injury recognized in law as compensable harm, often resulting from trauma, distress, or anxiety caused by another party’s actions.
The plaintiff sought damages for psychological harm suffered due to the defendant’s negligence.
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Commentary
Psychological harm is frequently intertwined with claims of emotional distress and is distinct from purely physical injury; clear demonstration of causation and impact is typically required in legal claims.
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