LS3 - Statistical Infrequency

Question 1

Statistical Infrequency

Answer 1

Occurs when an individual possesses a less common characteristic than most of the population. Any relatively unusual behaviour is abnormal.

Question 2

Statistical Infrequency Strengths

Answer 2

Not All Abnormalities Are Undesirable

Objective Model

Question 3

Statistical Infrequency Weaknesses

Answer 3

Cut Off Points
Labelling Mans As Abnormal
Not Statistically Rare

Question 4

Not All Abnormalities Are Undesirable

Answer 4

Not everything that’s abnormal is bad e.g. high IQ levels

Question 5

Objective Model

Answer 5

Judgements are based on objective, scientific and unbiased data that can help indicate abnormality/normality.

Question 6

Cut Off Points

Answer 6

Cut off points are subjective e.g. IQ 70 = abnormal, IQ 71 = normal.

Question 7

Labelling Mans As Abormal

Answer 7

Labelling people as abnormal isn’t always beneficial - a low IQ can be labelled negatively affecting mans self confidence and self esteem.

Question 8

Not Statistically Rare

Answer 8

Some psychological disorders are not statistically rare e.g. depression ain’t rare but it’s still a problem.