Definitions of Abnormality 0.0 / 5 ? PsychologyPsychopathologyASAQA Created by: ellenwest99Created on: 05-04-16 08:50 Came up with four definitions for abnormality Rosenhan Seligman 1 of 7 A behaviour is seen as abnormal if it is rare or uncommon Statistical infrequency 2 of 7 Weakness of Statistical infrequency Reductionist 3 of 7 A behaviour is seen as abnormal if it violates the unwritten rules of what is expected in society Deviation from social norms 4 of 7 Weakness of deviation from social norms Cultural bias 5 of 7 A behaviour is seen as abnormal if they engage in behaviour that is 'not good for them' Failure to function adequately 6 of 7 A behaviour is seen as abnormal if it doesn't satisfy the condition of what is considered normal Deviation from ideal mental health 7 of 7
Psychology 12 mark questions for Social Influence, Stress and Abnormality (individual differences) 4.5 / 5 based on 6 ratings
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