Definitions of Abnormality

Which definition is this? Abnormality is defined by a characteristics being rare.

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health

Which definition is this? Abnormality is defined by positive attitudes towards the self.

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health

Which definition is this? Abnormality is defined by inability to cope with everyday life.

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health

Which definition discusses Rosenhan's and Seligman's criteria? Including: personal distress and unpredictability.

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health

Which definition uses the normal distribution curve to explain abnormality?

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health

Which definition discusses the difference between desirable and undesirable characteristics?

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health

Which definition is supported by evidence from depression? People suffering from depression often experience low self-esteem and struggle for autonomy.

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health

Which definition is supported by evidence from schizophrenia? People who suffer from this condition are often unpredictable, irrational and experience distress.

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health

Which definition discusses the desirability of behaviours?

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health

When someone is living a happy and fulfilled life, there is no benefit in them being labelled as abnormal, this is a weakness of...

• Deviation from social norms

• Statistical Infrequency

• Failure to Function Adequately

• Ideal Mental Health