4.1.5 Evaluation of Definitions of Abnormality

• What does Failure to Function Adequately refer to?

  Inability to handle daily life tasks
• How does the Deviation from Social Norms definition address behavior?

  It recognizes behavior that goes against established rules.
• Why is the Failure to Function Adequately definition practical?

  It identifies individuals who need support.
• What is a strength of the Deviation from Social Norms definition?

  It considers cultural context.
• What are the four main definitions of abnormality?

  • Statistical Infrequency
  • Deviation from Social Norms
  • Failure to Function Adequately
  • Deviation from Ideal Mental Health
• What is the fourth definition of abnormality?

  Deviation from Ideal Mental Health
• What is the third definition of abnormality?

  Failure to Function Adequately
• Why is the Statistical Infrequency definition considered objective?

  It uses statistics to determine abnormality.
• What is a strength of the Deviation from Ideal Mental Health definition?

  It is holistic by considering multiple characteristics.
• What does Deviation from Social Norms mean?

  Behaviour that doesn't follow society's rules
• How has the definition of "failure to function adequately" been shaped historically?

  By industrial and post-industrial demands
• What are the key similarities and differences among the definitions of abnormality?

  Key similarities:

  • Aim to define abnormality
  • Used in clinical settings for diagnosis

  
  

  Key differences:

  • Focus on rarity, social rules, functional ability, and mental well-being
  • Each has unique strengths and weaknesses
• What does "failure to function adequately" depend on?

  Cultural roles and expectations
• What does Statistical Infrequency mean in defining abnormality?

  Abnormal if it's rare, like being very tall
• What is a weakness of the Failure to Function Adequately definition?

  It doesn't cover all conditions
• What does Deviation from Ideal Mental Health mean?

  Lacking characteristics like self-acceptance
• What is the focus of the Statistical Infrequency definition of abnormality?

  Rarity of a trait
• How has the definition of "deviation from social norms" evolved?

  From simple morality to complex social expectations
• How has the definition of "deviation from ideal mental health" developed?

  Alongside modern psychology
• What does the term "statistical infrequency" refer to in the context of abnormality?

  Behaviors that vary by cultural norms
• What is a weakness of the Deviation from Ideal Mental Health definition?

  It sets unrealistic standards
• What does the Deviation from Social Norms definition focus on?

  Breaking society's rules
• What is a limitation of the Deviation from Ideal Mental Health definition?

  Ideal standards are often unrealistic to achieve
• Why is it important to understand different definitions of abnormality?

  They reveal different dimensions of abnormality
• How might someone function despite having a mental health condition?

  They might work while struggling with depression
• What is a weakness of the Statistical Infrequency definition of abnormality?

  Not all rare traits are negative
• What does cultural context refer to in the definition of abnormality?

  How societies perceive and classify abnormal behaviors
• What were some past attributions for abnormal behaviors?

  Superstition or religious causes
• What characteristics are associated with Ideal Mental Health?

  Self-acceptance, autonomy, positive relationships
• What is a strength of the Failure to Function Adequately definition?

  It focuses on real-life impact.
• Why is the Deviation from Ideal Mental Health definition considered aspirational?

  It sets high standards for well-being.
• Why are definitions of abnormality important in psychopathology?

  They help identify and categorize mental disorders
• What influences the definition of "deviation from ideal mental health"?

  Cultural values of well-being
• How do the definitions of abnormality contribute to understanding psychopathology?

  They provide a comprehensive approach to understanding
• What are the four definitions of abnormality and their contexts?

  1. Statistical Infrequency:

  • Cultural context: Varies by norms
  • Historical context: Developed with statistics

  1. Deviation from Social Norms:

  • Cultural context: Dependent on rules
  • Historical context: Evolved from morality

  1. Failure to Function Adequately:

  • Cultural context: Depends on roles
  • Historical context: Shaped by industrial demands

  1. Deviation from Ideal Mental Health:

  • Cultural context: Influenced by values
  • Historical context: Developed with psychology
• What is one definition of abnormality?

  Statistical Infrequency
• What is a strength of the Deviation from Ideal Mental Health definition?

  It is holistic and aspirational
• What limitations do all definitions of abnormality share?

  Each has its own limitations
• What are the pros and cons of the Failure to Function Adequately definition?

  Pros:

  • Focuses on real-life impact

  
  

  Cons:

  • Relies on subjective judgment
• How does the Deviation from Social Norms definition vary?

  It varies across cultures