Psychopathy Flashcards

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Statistical deviation

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occurs when an individual has less common characteristic, like being more depressed or less intelligent

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Deviation from social norms

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concerns behaviour that is different from the accepted standards of behaviour in a community of society

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Failure to function adequately

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occurs when someone is unable to cope with ordinary demands of everyday living

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Deviation from ideal mental health

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occurs when someone does not meet a set of criteria for good mental health

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Phobia

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an irrational fear of an object or situation

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Behavioural

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ways in which people act

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Emotional

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ways in which people feel

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Cognitive

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refers to the process of thinking and processing information, knowing, perceiving, believing

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Depression

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a mental disorder characterised by low mood and low energy levels

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OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)

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a condition characterised by obsession and/or compulsive behaviour

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