deviation from social norms

Question 1

what are the 6 AO1 points you must know for deviation from social norms

Answer 1

-Definition
-Explicit vs Implicit Norms
-Cultural Relativism
-Historical Context
-Situational Norms
-Examples of Disorders

Question 2

What is the definition of deviation from social norms?

Answer 2

Abnormality is when someone’s behaviour violates accepted rules or expectations within a society or culture.

Question 3

What are explicit and implicit social norms?

Answer 3

Explicit norms are formal laws, while implicit norms are unwritten expectations. Breaking either may be seen as abnormal.

Question 4

What is cultural relativism in this context?

Answer 4

Social norms vary between cultures, so behaviour considered abnormal in one culture may be normal in another.

Question 5

How does historical context affect social norms?

Answer 5

Social norms change over time — e.g. homosexuality was once seen as abnormal but is now widely accepted.

Question 6

What are situational norms?

Answer 6

Whether behaviour is seen as abnormal can depend on the situation — e.g. wearing a bikini on a beach vs in an office.

Question 7

What disorder is linked to deviation from norms?

Answer 7

Antisocial Personality Disorder (APD) involves behaviour that violates social norms, like lack of empathy or remorse.