And its global political influence is still extremely limited. The only sense in which China is a superpower is economic-that is, its economy is already over half the size of the US economy and projected to overtake it around 2018, notwithstanding its reduced growth rate of 7%. But this is overwhelmingly a function of China's huge population.
(Smith, 2006; Shalev, 2008). Emotional and behavioral effects of solitary confinement. The majority of those held in solitary confinement experience adverse emotional effects that can range from acute to chronic, depending on the individual and the length of stay in isolation (Shalev, 2008).
Effects of Psychological Disorders on the Patient. Individuals with psychological disorders are at greater risk for decreased quality of life, educational difficulties, lowered productivity and poverty, social problems, vulnerability to abuse, and additional health problems.10) Mentally ill individuals and their families may also experience significant social stigma and discrimination. Please see Module 7: Cultural Perspectives on Mental Health for further information on attitudes towards mental illness.