deviation from social norms

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    • a social norm is an expected way of behaving in society. these are unwritten rules we follow ass we want to fit in and be seen as normal
    • according to the deviation from social norms definition, you are abnormal if...
      -> you deviate from social norms
      -> in an exam question you should then define social norms and give an example
    • evaluate the deviation from social norms definition of abnormality:
      + its easy and straightforward
      - some people choose to be non - conforming, this may not mean they're mentally ill
      - depends on the context of the situation / where the behaviour occurs
      - cultural variations in social norms
      - its very opinion based, meaning its not reliable or scientific
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