psychopathology Flashcards
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defintions of abnormality
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- deviation from social norms
- failure to function adequately
- deviation from ideal mental health
- statistical deviation
2
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deviation from social norms
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when a person behaves different from how we expect them to behave (antisocial personality disorder)
3
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failure to function adequately
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a person may be unable to function adequately when they are unable to maintain basic nutrition and hygiene standards; hold down a job; or maintain relationships
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deviation from idea mental health
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5
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statistical infrequency
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