psychopathology

Question 1

define statistical infrequency

Answer 1

the underlying, basic theory here is that what is normal usually happens (or happens to the majority of people) and anything that occurs rarely is abnormal.

Question 2

2 strengths of statistical infrequency

Answer 2

• allows for an impartial and fair assessment of abnormality
• useful practical applications

Question 3

2 weaknesses of statistical infrequency

Answer 3

• abnormality is not this black and white and that abnormality is subject to different gradations
• not all abnormal behaviours are infrequent and rare, creating problems for this definition

Question 4

define deviation from social norms

Answer 4

the underlying basic theory here is that behaviour is abnormal if it goes against what most people in society would consider acceptable

Question 5

2 strengths of deviation from social norms

Answer 5

• takes into account different types of norms, in this case situational and developmental norms

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