Psychopathology

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  • Created by: MeggannB
  • Created on: 01-02-18 15:00

1. Give one strength of the statistical infrequency defintion

  • the criteria is too strict and narrow
  • it's more objective than the other definitions: this means behaviour is easily generalised to other people
  • you can establish cause and effect
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2. Give an example as to why norms are specific to the culture you live in

  • Homosexuality continues to be considered as abnormal in some cultures as it breaches 'accepted' heterosexual ways of living
  • Dying your hair a different colour to what is accepted
  • Growing your hair long in summer

3. What is a social norm

  • commonly accepted standards of behaving in society according to the majority
  • commonly accepted standards of behaving in society according to the minority
  • a rejected way of behaving, decided by members of a society

4. Name one problem with the 'Failure to Function' theory

  • Not accurate: some people with a psychological disorder still function adequately
  • lack of external validity
  • androcentric

5. Name one strength of Jahoda's definition

  • can be easily replicated
  • Comprehensive and takes a positive view: big range of factors makes it a good tool for establishing mental health
  • good internal validity
  • culture bias

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