abnormality

• How is 'being normal' defined without using the term 'normal'?

  • Living in a way that society expects
  • Following societal ethics
  • Living rationally
  • Having a fully functioning mind
• What are the key characteristics of 'abnormality' as described without using the term 'abnormal'?

  • Very uncommon behaviors
  • Something not expected or often seen
  • Differing from the majority
  • Going against society's norms
  • Has significant impact on daily life
• What is considered 'abnormal' according to the statistical infrequency definition?

  Any behavior that is rare
• According to the statistical infrequency definition, what is considered 'normal'?

  Any behavior that is relatively common
• Why is schizophrenia considered abnormal based on statistical infrequency?

  Because it has a prevalence rate of 1%, making it a rare disorder
• What percentage of people have IQ scores between 70 and 130?

  95%
• According to the statistical infrequency definition, who is considered to have 'normal' IQ?

  Anyone with an IQ between 70 and 130
• Statistical Infrequency


  A definition of abnormality that considers a behavior or experience as uncommon or atypical compared to the general population
• Social Deviation


  Abnormality defined as behavior that deviates from social norms, values, and expectations
• What is one strength of the statistical infrequency definition of abnormality?

  It has real world applications.
• How does the statistical infrequency definition apply in clinical diagnoses?

  • Intellectual Disability: IQ below 70 (bottom 2%)
  • Severe Depression: Score 30 or more on Beck Depression Inventory (top 5%)
• Why is the ability to diagnose abnormal conditions considered a strength of the statistical infrequency definition?

  Because early diagnosis enables access to support services and therapies.
• What is one limitation of the statistical infrequency definition?

  Rare characteristics can also be positive.
• Why does the statistical infrequency definition lack validity?

  Because it considers all rare characteristics as abnormal, without distinguishing between positive and maladaptive traits.
• What is another limitation of the statistical infrequency definition?

  1. Subjectivity: Determining cut-off points for rarity involves subjective decisions based on societal norms.
  2. Changing Norms: What is considered rare may change over time, affecting the accuracy of the definition.
  3. Reliability: Relies on statistical data which may not always be consistent across different groups or studies.
  4. Ignore Positive Traits: Does not account for positive characteristics that may be statistically uncommon.
• What does the deviation from social norms definition of abnormality focus on?

  It focuses on behaviors that deviate from the social norms within a specific culture.
• How does the deviation from social norms definition determine abnormality?

  1. Identify social norms specific to the culture and time period.
  2. Compare individual behavior to these norms.
  3. Any behavior that deviates significantly is considered abnormal.
• List the four key personality traits associated with antisocial personality disorder.

  1. Manipulativeness
  2. Deceitfulness
  3. Callousness
  4. Hostility
• Based on the personality traits, why would antisocial personality disorder be considered abnormal under the deviation from social norms definition?

  Because its traits lead to behaviors that consistently violate both implicit and explicit social norms within most societies.