Chapter 1- Looking at Abnormality

Question 1

4 d’s of abnormality

Answer 1

Distressing
Dysfunctional
Deviates
Dangerous

Question 2

Abnormal does not equal _____

Answer 2

disordered

Question 3

Disorders

Answer 3

A group of symptoms that disrupts typical body functions but does not have a known cause

Question 4

Mental illnesses

Answer 4

1. Alterations in thinking
2. Mood or behaviour associated with distress
3. Impaired functioning

Question 5

Disorder is not necessarily a _____

Answer 5

mental illness

Question 6

Mental illnesses are considered _____

Answer 6

disorders

Question 7

Examples of mental illnesses

Answer 7

-Mood disorders
-Anxiety disorders
-Eating disorders
-Problem gambling
-Substance dependency

Question 8

Examples of disorders (that aren’t mental illnesses)

Answer 8

Neurodevelopmental conditions like ADHD, autism, learning disorders, personality disorders. schizophrenia

Question 9

Cultural relativism

Answer 9

Normal behaviour is different depending on the culture

Question 10

Biological theories

Answer 10

Abnormal behaviour is similar to a physical disease, caused by breakdowns of systems

Question 11

Supernatural theories

Answer 11

Abnormal behaviour is from divine intervention

Question 12

Psychological theories

Answer 12

Abnormal behaviour results from trauma, bereavement, or chronic stress

Question 13

Ancient china theories

Answer 13

Balance the yin and yang, emotions controlled by internal organs (vital air)

Question 14

Egypt, Greece, & Rome theories

Answer 14

Believed in biological causes of abnormal behaviour, the wandering uterus, and hysteria