Psychopathology Flashcards
What are the 4 different types of definitions for Abnormality
-Statistical Infrequency
-Deviation from Social Norms
-Deviation from Ideal Mental Health
-Failure to Function Adequately
What is the definition of Statistical Infrequency
A behaviour which is seen as abnormal if its statistically uncommon
What is an example of Statistical Infrequency
IQ test
What is an average IQ
85 - 115
What is an abnormal IQ
135
What is Deviation from Social Norms
Behaviour which goes against what most people in society feel is correct
What is a situational norm
Whether something is socially acceptable depending on the environment
What is a Developmental norm
Behaviour which is accepted at a certain age
What is Deviation from Ideal Mental Health
When someone strays away from the ideal mental state
What are Jahoea’s 6 characteristics of Ideal Mental Health
-Autonomy
-Self actualisation
-Environmental mastery
-Resisting stress
-Accurate perception of reality
-Positive attitude towards oneself
What is Failure to Function Adequately
When someone is failing to function properly
What are Rosenhan’s 6 features of Failure to Function Adequately
-Personal Distress
-Maladaptive Behaviour
-Irrationality
-Observer Discomfort
-Violation of morals
-Unpredictability
What are 2 emotional characteristic of a phobia
-High levels of anxiety
-Fear when present with phobia
What are 2 Behavioural characteristic of a phobia
-Panic attacks
-Freezing
-Disrupted everyday functioning
What are 2 Cognitive characteristic of a phobia
-Irrational Beliefs
-Paying selective attention