Psychopathology

Question 1

Name the 4 definitions of abnormality?

Answer 1

Statistical Infrequency
Deviation from social norms
Deviation from ideal mental health
Failure to function adequately

Question 2

What is meant by statistical infrequency?

Answer 2

individuals who fall outside of the “average”(95%) are considered abnormal
e.g. those with an IQ above 140 or below 70 you are considered abnormal

Question 3

What is meant by deviation from social norms?

Answer 3

Individuals who don’t follow social norms/ behave differently to what society expects of them