Definition of Abnormality 0.0 / 5 ? PsychologyPsychopathologyASAQA Created by: ellenwest99Created on: 05-04-16 09:00 Came up with four definitions of abnormality Rosenhan Seligman 1 of 6 A behaviour is seen as abnormal if it is rare or uncommonly seen by society Statistical infrequency 2 of 6 A behaviour is seen as abnormal if it violates the unwritten rules of what is expected in society Deviation from social norms 3 of 6 A behaviour is seen as abnormal if they engage in behaviour that is 'not good for them' Failure to function adequately 4 of 6 A behaviour is seen as abnormal if it doesn't satisfy the condition of what is considered normal Deviation from ideal mental health 5 of 6 Came up with 'Deviation from ideal mental health' Jahoda 6 of 6
Psychology 12 mark questions for Social Influence, Stress and Abnormality (individual differences) 4.5 / 5 based on 6 ratings
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