Definitions of abnormality 2

What does 'Statistical infrequency' imply in the context of abnormality?

• A disorder is abnormal if it occurs frequently in the general population.

• A disorder is considered normal if it affects less than 1% of the population.

• A disorder is abnormal if it is less than two standard deviations from the mean.

• A disorder is abnormal if its frequency is more than two standard deviations away from the mean.

According to Rosenhan and Seligman (1989), what does 'Failure to function adequately' suggest?

• Abnormality is based on statistical data only.

• Abnormality is when a person's mental state prevents them from leading a normal life.

• Abnormality is determined by cultural norms.

• Abnormality is defined by exceeding ideal mental health criteria.

Which definition of abnormality involves the patient's perspective in diagnosis?

• Deviation from ideal mental health

• Statistical infrequency

• Failure to function adequately

• Deviation from social norms

What is a major weakness of using 'Failure to function adequately' as a definition of abnormality?

• It may lead to discrimination or prejudice.

• It only considers statistical limits.

• It is based on unrealistic expectations.

• It does not consider the patient's perspective.

What does 'Deviation from social norms' suggest about abnormal behavior?

• It is defined by personal distress or danger to others.

• It is behavior that aligns with ideal mental health criteria.

• It is based on exceeding statistical norms.

• It is behavior that strays from social norms specific to a culture.

How does cultural relativism affect the 'Deviation from social norms' definition?

• It ensures that all cultural norms are considered abnormal.

• It eliminates the influence of cultural norms on diagnoses.

• It may result in discrepancies in diagnoses between cultures.

• It leads to uniform diagnoses across cultures.

What is a major issue with the 'Deviation from ideal mental health' definition proposed by Jahoda?

• It is based solely on statistical data.

• Most people cannot meet all the listed criteria for ideal mental health.

• It may lead to frequent misdiagnoses.

• It considers any deviation from normal behavior as abnormal.

Which definition of abnormality might view self-actualisation negatively in some cultures?

• Deviation from ideal mental health

• Statistical infrequency

• Failure to function adequately

• Deviation from social norms

What is implied by the statistical infrequency definition when considering high IQ scores?

• High IQ scores are considered a mental health disorder.

• High IQ scores are viewed negatively and require treatment.

• High IQ scores are rarely seen as negative characteristics.

• High IQ scores are common and not considered abnormal.

Which definition of abnormality is most likely to be influenced by changes in societal values and norms?

• Deviation from ideal mental health

• Deviation from social norms

• Failure to function adequately

• Statistical infrequency