psycopathology

• define deviation from social norms?

  abnormality is behaviour which violates accepted social rules
• pros + cons of deviation from norms?

  pros = developmental norms , clear distinction between behaviour ,helps people

  cons = subjective , change over time
• failure to function adequetly?


  abnormality is an inability to cope with day - to - day living
• features of personal dysfunction?


  distress, maladaptive behaviour, unpredictability ,irrationality , observer discomfort , unconventional
• pros + cons of failure to function adequately ?

  pros = observable , checklist , assesses degree of abnormality

  cons = subjective , cultural differences , abnormality doesn't always have dysfunction
• what is deviation from ideal mental health?


  abnormality is a failure to meet criteria for well-being
• searap?

  self-actualisation, autonomy , resisting stress, perception of reality , environmental mastery
• pros + cons of deviation of ideal mental health?

  pros= positive , holistic, goal setting

  cons= over demanding , subjective , changes over time
• what is statistical infrequency?


  Statistical infrequency refers to a behavior or characteristic that is rare or uncommon in a population.
• pros + cons for statistical infrequency?

  pros = objective , based on data , overall view

  cons = cultural factors , not all abnormal behaviours are infrequent