Exploring abnormal behavior in psychology involves understanding atypical patterns of emotion, thought, and action within cultural contexts. Definitions vary, incorporating statistical infrequency, deviation from social norms, dysfunction, and ideal mental health standards. Each perspective offers insights but also has limitations, necessitating an integrated approach for a comprehensive understanding of mental health.
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Abnormal behavior in psychology refers to patterns of emotion, thought, and action deemed atypical or divergent from the norm within a cultural context
Limitations of the Statistical Infrequency Criterion
The statistical infrequency criterion may label positive traits as abnormal and oversimplify mental health issues
The deviation from social norms approach considers actions that contravene the established rules or expectations of a society
The failure to function adequately criterion assesses abnormality based on an individual's ability to perform daily activities and fulfill societal roles
Criticisms of the Ideal Mental Health Model
The ideal mental health model is criticized for its potentially unrealistic and culturally specific criteria
The social norms approach is useful for identifying behaviors that may require intervention or support, but it is subject to change over time and varies significantly across cultures
The statistical perspective uses quantitative measures to determine what is statistically normal or abnormal
The social perspective considers the impact of cultural norms and expectations on defining abnormal behavior
The functional perspective focuses on an individual's ability to perform daily activities and fulfill societal roles
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In psychology, ______ behavior is seen as divergent from the norm within a ______ context.
Abnormal
cultural
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Statistical measures used in infrequency criterion
Mean and standard deviation determine normality range.
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IQ score's role in infrequency criterion
Extreme IQ scores, high or low, may be deemed abnormal.
