definitions of abnormality ii

Question 1

failure to function adequately

Answer 1

an inability to cope with day to day life resulting in psychological stress eg can they hold down a job

This is seen as a humane way of addressing psychological problems as it allowa the individual to decide if they need or wish to seek help

Question 2

rosenham and seligman (1989) proposed some signs to determine when someone is not coping

Answer 2

1. no longer conform to interpersonal rules eg maintaining personal space
2. They experience personal distress
3. behave in a way that’s irrational or dangerous