definitions of abnormality

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A level Psychology (psychopathology) Flashcards on definitions of abnormality, created by pearl tshimbalanga on 23/01/2018.
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the 4 definitions of abnormality/ statistical deviation deviation of social norms deviation form ideal mental health failure to function adequately
what is deviation from social norms? behaviour that is considered different from social norms
what is statistical deviation/infrequency? occurs when someone has less of a charcteristic
what is failure to function adequately? a result of a person not being able to cope with demands of every day life.
who came up with the criteria for failing to function? rosenham & seligman
what is deviation from ideal mental health? occurs when someone doesn't meet the criteria for good mental health.
who came up with this criteria? jahoda
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