Definitions of abnormality

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  • Created on: 18-05-23 09:48
What is statistical infrequency?
When an individual is in the top or bottom 2.5% of a population (not within 2 standard deviations from the mean)
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What is deviation from social norms?
When an individual behaves in a way which society does not expect
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What is failure to function adequately?
When a person can no longer cope with the demands of every day life
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What is deviation from ideal mental health?
When a person does not meet the criteria for ideal mental health
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Who proposed some indications of someone failing to function adequately?
Rosenhan and Seligman
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Who created the criteria for ideal mental health?
Jahoda
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What is deviation from social norms?

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What is deviation from ideal mental health?

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