Definitions Of Abnormality

Question 1

What is statistical infrequency?

Answer 1

Abnormality is defined as those behaviours that are extremely rare - any behaviour that is found in very few people is abnormal

Question 2

What is deviation from social norms?

Answer 2

Abnormal behaviour seen as a deviation from unstated rules about how one should behave anything that violates these rules is considered abnormal

Question 3

What is failure to function adequately and what is the criteria involved?

Answer 3

People are judged on their ability to function in daily life.

1. Suffering
2. Maladaptiveness ( prevents positive outcomes)
3. Vividness and unconventional behaviour
4. Unpredictability and control loss
5. Irrationality and incomprehensibility
6. Observer discomfort
7. Violation of moral and ideal standards

Question 4

What is deviation from ideal mental health and what is the criteria?

Answer 4

Abnormality defined by mental health associated with competence and happiness. Failure to for fill the criteria means abnormality

1. Self attitudes
2. Personal growth and actualisation
3. Integration
4. Autonomy (independence)
5. Accurate perception of reality
6. Mastery of the environment

Question 5

What are the four types of abnormality?

Answer 5

1. Statistical infrequency
2. Deviation from social norms
3. Failure to function adequately
4. Deviation from ideal mental health