definitions of abnormality (2) Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
people having an inability to cope with living day to day
A
a person may cross the line from normal to abnormal when they cannot deal with the demands from day to day life- basic standards
2
Q
further signs of not coping (Rosenhan 1989)
A
no longer conform to interpersonal rules e.g maintain personal space
experience severe distress
show irrational or dangerous behaviour
2
Q
intellectual disability disorder as a failure to function normally
A
a diagnosis of intellectual disability order can be provided they have a severely low IQ as well as this, they must be failing to function adequately before a diagnosis can be given
3
Q
what does ideal mental health look like
A
good self esteem
independent
can cope with stress
no symptoms or distress
