statistical infrequency Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
what is meant by statistical infrequency?
A
when an individual has statistically uncommon characteristics
2
Q
what is an example of statistical infrequency?
A
schizophrenia, which affects <1% of the population
3
Q
+ ao3 : rwa
A
useful for diagnosis and identification of severity of mental disorders
4
Q
- ao3 : not always negative
A
some statistical infrequencies may not be negative, i.e someone with an iq of 130 : statistically abnormal but not negative