3B - Understanding Normality and Neurotypicality

Question 1

Normality

Answer 1

Patterns of behaviour that are typical, expected and conform to acceptable standards.

Question 2

Abnormality

Answer 2

Any deviation from what is considered normal, typical, usual or healthy.

Question 3

Neurotypicality

Answer 3

Describes people whose neurological development and cognitive functioning are typical or expected

Question 4

Socio-cultural approach

Answer 4

Normality is determined by social and cultural codes specific to a person’s context.

Question 5

Functional approach

Answer 5

Normality is the ability to cope with everyday demands through thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Question 6

Historical approach

Answer 6

Normality shifts over time as societal perceptions change across historical periods.

Question 7

Medical approach

Answer 7

Abnormality has biological causes and can be diagnosed via clear symptoms.

Question 8

Statistical approach

Answer 8

Normality is what the majority of people think, feel, or do.

Question 9

How is Normality Influenced?

Answer 9

Normality is influenced by adaptive and maladaptive behaviour.