Psychology 0.0 / 5 ? PsychologyAbnormalityASAQA Created by: alexmurdochCreated on: 22-03-17 21:13 Abnormality A psychological or behavioural state leading to impairment or interpersonal functioning and/or distress to others. 1 of 5 Statistical Infrequency If someone does something the minority do they're abnormal. E.g. take drugs 2 of 5 Deviation From Social Norms Someone is abnormal if they go against the way we are expected to behave in society. E.g. sexual behaviour. 3 of 5 Failure To Function Adequetely Someone is abnormal if they show a behaviour suggesting they aren't coping with everyday life. E.g. someone is tired because they're not sleeping. 4 of 5 Deviation From Ideal Mental Health Not meeting the 8 criteria identified by Jahoda. E.g. to be normal you must: be independent, have good self esteem, no symptoms or distress. 5 of 5
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