Strengths of statistical infrequency

Question 1

Name one advantage of statistical infrequency

Answer 1

• SI uses objective standard deviations as a definition of abnormality

Question 2

How would you elaborate on the first advantage of statistical infrequency?

Answer 2

• it means that abnormality is not defined by subjective interpretation/ information
• this reduces the likelihood of misinterpretation which prevails in subjective psychology (i.e deviation from ideal mental health)

Question 3

Name a second advantage of statistical infrequency

Answer 3

statistical infrequency uses data from established and standardised tests such as IQ assessments

Question 4

How would you elaborate on your second point of statistical infrequency?

Answer 4

• it means that this definition of abnormality is based on scientifically approved, widely spread tests
• this suggests that this definition of abnormality has high dependability as it is scientifically credible
• this is an advantage as it uses validated and recognised assessments of human behaviour