Def of abnormality - Deviation from ideal mental health

• Who developed the concept of deviation from ideal mental health?


  Jahoda
• What does deviation from ideal mental health define as abnormality?

  Abnormality is defined as a failure to meet 6 criteria.
• What are the 6 criteria for ideal mental health according to Jahoda?

  1. Having an accurate perception of reality
  2. Being capable of self-actualisation
  3. Being able to resist stress
  4. Having a positive view of oneself (high self-esteem)
  5. Showing independence and autonomy
  6. Environmental mastery (love, friendships, work, and leisure time)
• How does the number of criteria a person fails to meet relate to their classification as abnormal?

  The more criteria someone fails to meet, the more abnormal they are considered.
• How would someone with depression be classified according to Jahoda's criteria?

  They would be classed as abnormal due to having a negative view of themselves.