Statistical deviation as a definition of abnormality

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  • Created by: AnnabellP
  • Created on: 07-12-17 14:25
What can be thought of as normal according the the statistical definition?
any relatively usual behaviour or characteristic
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What is abnormal behaviour?
anything different to relatively usual behaviours or characteristics
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What is an example of statistical deviation?
IQ and intellectual disability disorder
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What is the average IQ?
100
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What is the range of IQ for most people?
85-115
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How many people score below 70?
2%
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What are these 2% seen as?
very unusual or 'abnormal'
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What are these 2% liable to receive?
a diagnosis of a psychological disorder - intellectual disability disorder
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