Psychopathology Flashcards
1
Q
what are the four definitions of abnormality
A
statistical infrequency
deviation from social norms
failure to function adequately
deviation from ideal mental health
2
Q
what mnemonic is used to remember the four definitions of abnormality
A
Super = Statistical Infrequency
Dumb = Deviation from Social Norms
Frogs = Failure to Function Adequately
Dance = Deviation from Ideal Mental Health
3
Q
outline ‘failure to function adequately’
A
- when someone is unable to cope with ordinary demands of everyday life
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