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Psychopathology (Definitions of abnormality (1. Deviation from social…
Psychopathology
Definitions of abnormality
1. Deviation from social norms
Expected behaviour
Strengths
Helps people
Cares for abnormal
Situational norms
Social dimension
Protects society
Affecting others
Limitations
Cultural differences
Not constant
Vary over time
Individualism
Eccentric vs abnormal
2. Failure to function adequately
Rosenhan and Seligman (1989)
Observer discomfort
Discomfort/distress
Unpredictability
Thinking something is wrong
Irrationality
Unexplainable behaviour
Maladaptiveness
Behaviour hinders an individual
Personal suffering
Everyday life
Strengths
Degree of abnormality
Observable behaviour
Checklist
Limitations
3. Deviation from ideal mental health
4. Statistical infrequency