Abnormal Behaviour

Question 1

Atypical behaviour meaning?

Answer 1

“A psychological condition or behaviour that departs from the normal or is harmful and distressing for the individual or those around them”

Question 2

What is stereotypical behaviour

Answer 2

“A repetitive,invariant behaviour pattern with no obvious goal or function. stereotypical behaviour is not seen in wild animals, this is seen as abnormal and a negative factor in conservation and captivity

Question 3

What causes stereotypical behaviour

Answer 3

~Abnormal social grouping
~size of enclosure
~separation from natural habitat
~housing next to prey/predators animals

Question 4

Atypical behaviour can indicate physical health problems……

Answer 4

Reduced appetite 
Increase in thirst
Lethargy
Aggression 
Eating faeces(normal in some species) 
Excessive grooming,chewing,progressing onto self-mutilationn