defintions of abnormality

Question 1

Definition of social norm

Answer 1

rules for behaviour based on moral standards

Question 2

definition of Failure to function adequately

Answer 2

An individual’s behaviour would interfere in their functioning, so they cannot meet the demands of day-to-day life

• the more signs we have, more abnormal we are (signs include experiencing mental distress, irrational behaviour that can be dangerous, observer discomfort)

Question 3

Definition of statistical infrequency

Answer 3

Any behaviour that is different or statistically rare is abnormal

Question 4

definition of deviation from ideal mental health

Answer 4

Jahoda identified 8 criteria for ideal mental health:

1. no distress/ symptoms
2. accurate perception of self
3. can self actualise (reach potential)
4. cope with stress
5. realistic view of world
6. good self esteem and lack guilt
7. independent
8. successfully work and enjoy leisure

Question 5

what are the abnormalities (psychopathology)

Answer 5

social norms
failure to function adequately
statistical infrequency
deviation from ideal mental health