Deviation from Ideal Mental Health

• What is the definition of abnormality according to deviation from ideal mental health?

  Deviation from characteristics of ideal mental health
• Who proposed the six features of ideal mental health?

  Marie Jahoda
• What happens if a person fails to meet one of the six features of ideal mental health?

  They are considered abnormal
• What are the six features of ideal mental health according to Jahoda?

  1. Positive Self-Attitudes
  2. Personal Growth
  3. Integration
  4. Autonomy
  5. Accurate Perception of Reality
  6. Environmental Mastery
• Which feature of ideal mental health is Jake failing to meet?

  Personal Growth
• What criteria is Tom not meeting according to Jahoda's features?

  Autonomy
• Which feature is Sarah struggling with despite her career success?

  Self Attitudes
• What feature of ideal mental health is Emma failing to meet after her friend's death?

  Integration
• Which criteria is Mark struggling with in his life?

  Environmental Mastery
• What feature is Lucy not meeting when she feels persecuted?

  Perception of Reality
• Which feature is Lily struggling with when overwhelmed by challenges?

  Integration
• What criteria is Alex failing to meet in his life decisions?

  Autonomy
• What are the key components of evaluating deviation from ideal mental health?

  • Personal distress
  • Maladaptive behavior
  • Observer discomfort
• What does the term 'Positive Self-Attitudes' refer to?

  • Healthy self-worth
  • Confidence and positive self-image
  • Valuing oneself despite challenges
• What does 'Personal Growth' entail in the context of ideal mental health?

  • Realizing full potential
  • Continual self-improvement
  • Striving for personal goals
• What is meant by 'Integration' in ideal mental health?

  • Coping with stress effectively
  • Maintaining psychological balance
  • Using coping strategies for challenges
• How is 'Autonomy' defined in the context of ideal mental health?

  • Independence in decision-making
  • Self-directed choices
  • Not overly influenced by others
• What does 'Accurate Perception of Reality' involve?

  • Clear view of oneself and the world
  • Realistic understanding of situations
  • Not distorting evidence or beliefs
• What is 'Environmental Mastery' in ideal mental health?

  • Managing life demands effectively
  • Balancing work, leisure, and home
  • Feeling competent in daily functioning
• What is the suggested plan for evaluating deviation from ideal mental health?

  Outline, evaluate, and provide examples
• Where can further study on deviation from ideal mental health be found?


  https://www.tutor2u.net/psychology/reference/deviation-from-ideal-mental-health
• What is the overall aim of the definitions of abnormality in psychology?

  • To understand mental health deviations
  • To evaluate criteria for abnormality
  • To provide a framework for assessment