Definitions of Abnormality - Deviation From Ideal Mental Health

Question 1

Who is Jahoda?

Answer 1

argued that it was most important to look at what makes someone ‘normal’

Question 2

what are the 8 criteria of good mental health?

Answer 2

1. no symptoms of distress
2. rational with accurate self perception
3. self actualisation
4. cope with stress
5. realistic view of world
6. good self-esteem
   lack guilt
7. independent of others
8. can work, love and enjoy leisure