definition of abnormality

Question 1

What is the definition of abnormality in psychology?

Answer 1

Abnormality refers to behaviors, thoughts, or feelings that are atypical or statistically rare.

Question 2

True or False: Abnormal behavior is always harmful.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Name one criterion used to define abnormality.

Answer 3

Statistical rarity

Question 4

What does the term ‘statistical rarity’ imply in the context of abnormality?

Answer 4

It implies that behaviors or traits that are uncommon in the population may be considered abnormal.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for defining abnormality? A) Deviance B) Distress C) Normalcy

Answer 5

C) Normalcy

Question 6

Fill in the blank: A behavior that significantly disrupts a person’s daily functioning can be considered _____ .

Answer 6

abnormal

Question 7

What is the ‘deviance’ criterion in defining abnormality?

Answer 7

Deviance refers to behaviors or thoughts that differ significantly from societal norms.

Question 8

Who proposed the ‘four D’s’ model of abnormality?

Answer 8

Thomas Szasz

Question 9

What are the four D’s in the context of abnormality?

Answer 9

Deviance, distress, dysfunction, and danger.

Question 10

True or False: All abnormal behaviors are classified as mental disorders.

Answer 10

False

Question 11

Which criterion of abnormality focuses on personal suffering?

Answer 11

Distress

Question 12

What does the dysfunction criterion refer to?

Answer 12

It refers to the inability to perform daily activities or fulfill roles due to abnormal behavior.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: Behaviors that pose a risk of harm to oneself or others are associated with the _____ criterion.

Answer 13

danger

Question 14

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of abnormal behavior? A) Feeling sad after a loss B) Persistent feelings of sadness for months C) Enjoying solitude

Answer 14

B) Persistent feelings of sadness for months

Question 15

What role does culture play in defining abnormality?

Answer 15

Cultural context can influence what is considered normal or abnormal behavior.

Question 16

True or False: Abnormality is solely determined by biological factors.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

What is a limitation of the statistical rarity criterion?

Answer 17

It does not consider the impact of the behavior on the individual or society.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The _____ model of abnormality focuses on biological factors.

Answer 18

medical

Question 19

What does the term ‘maladaptive behavior’ refer to?

Answer 19

Behaviors that inhibit a person’s ability to adjust to situations or meet everyday demands.

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a potential cause of abnormal behavior? A) Genetics B) Environmental factors C) Both A and B

Answer 20

C) Both A and B

Question 21

What is the importance of context in assessing abnormality?

Answer 21

Context helps determine whether a behavior is appropriate or problematic based on situational factors.

Question 22

True or False: Abnormality is universally defined the same way across all cultures.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

What is the ‘cultural relativism’ perspective on abnormality?

Answer 23

It suggests that what is considered abnormal varies significantly across different cultures.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: The _____ approach considers psychological, biological, and social factors in understanding abnormality.

Answer 24

biopsychosocial

Question 25

What is one major challenge in defining abnormality?

Answer 25

The subjective nature of what constitutes normal versus abnormal behavior.