What is premorbidly?

Premorbidly refers to a person's state before the onset of an illness or medical condition. It usually refers to a person's mental and physical condition, functioning, and lifestyle before developing a particular illness or disorder. In psychiatry, it is often used to refer to a patient's personality traits, coping strategies, and other characteristics before they developed a psychiatric illness. Premorbid functioning can provide important information about a patient's illness, potential outcomes, and treatment options. It is often assessed through interviews with the patient and their family members or caregivers, medical records, and standardized tests. Understanding premorbid functioning can help healthcare providers to better understand the patient's current condition, prognosis, and overall health.