PSYCHOPATHOLOGY ( definitions of abnormality)

Question 1

Define Statistical infrequency

Answer 1

any behaviour found in very few people is recorded as abnormal.

Question 2

Define deviation from social norms

Answer 2

abnormal behaviour is seen as a deviation from unstated rules about how one is meant to behave.

Question 3

Define deviation from ideal mental health

Answer 3

abnormality defined in terms of mental health eg. not having autonomy , and lack of an accurate perception of reality

Question 4

Define Failing to function adequately

Answer 4

a person is abnormal when their unable to go about daily life eg. distress to others and themselves