Exam Questions

Question 1

Describe and evaluate the deviation from ideal mental health definition of abnormality? (8m + strength)

Answer 1

Jahoda presented deviation from ideal mental health as having symptoms of distress, being able to rationalise, coping with stress, having a realistic view of the world, being independent and many more

Jahoda’s definition of abnormality provides a checklist for which people can assess themselves with and use for practical self improvement. By doing this it takes a positive approach to defining normality rather than looking at what is wrong with an individual