Psychopathology

Question 1

What are the 4 reasons for abnormality?

Answer 1

• deviation from social norms
• statistical infrequency
• failure to function adequately
• deviation from ideal mental health

Question 2

What are the limitations for deviation from social norms?

Answer 2

• what is considered abnormal or acceptable can change over time
• can be used to justify for removal of unwanted people in society

Question 3

What are the limitations for statistical infrequency?

Answer 3

• no distinction between slightly odd and abnormal behaviour
• ## no definitive cut-off point where normal becomes abnormal