Deviation from ideal mental health

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In the 'deviation from ideal mental health' definition of abnormality what must a person do to be considered abnormal?
They must fail to show all of Jahoda's characteristics of ideal mental health.
What are Jahoda's 6 characteristics of ideal mental health
positive attitude to self. - Self respect.
Self actualisation. - becoming all you're capable of.
Autonomy. - independent.
Resisting stress. - coping strategies.
Accurate perception of reality. - realistic view of world.
Environmental mastery. - meeting demands of any situation.
What does positive attitude to self mean in Jahoda's 6 characteristics of ideal mental health?
Having self respect and a positive self concept
What is self actualisation?
Becoming everything that one is capable of becoming.
What is autonomy in Jahoda's 6 characteristics of ideal mental health?
This is being independent and self reliant.
What is resisting stress in Jahoda's 6 characteristics of ideal mental health?
Developing effective coping strategies to cope with everyday anxiety.
What is an accurate perception of reality in Jahoda's 6 characteristics of ideal mental health?
Having an objective and realistic view of the world.
What is environmental mastery in Jahoda's 6 characteristics of ideal mental health?
Being able to meet the demands of any situation.