definitions of abnormality

Question 1

what is statistical infrequency?

Answer 1

..when abnormality is defined as those behaviours that are extremely rare i.e. any behaviour that is found in very few people is regarded as abnormal.

Question 2

What is deviation from social norms?

Answer 2

…concerns behaviour that is different from the accepted standards of behaviour in a community or society

Question 3

What is failure to function adequately?

Answer 3

..occurs when someone is unable to cope with ordinary demands of day to day living
they are unable to maintain basic standards of nutrition and hygiene

Question 4

what is deviation from ideal mental health?

Answer 4

occurs when someone does not meet a set of criteria for good mental health