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Definitions of Abnormality
For use with AS Level AQA A Psychology
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Psychology
12th Grade
05/31/2013

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Definition of Abnormality: Deviation from Statistical Norms
Definition
Behaviour that is outside two standard deviations of the average.
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Definition of Abnormality: Deviation from Social Norms
Definition
Behaviour that does not comply with the implicit social rules of a culture.
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Definition of Abnormality: Failure to Function Adequately
Definition
Behaviour that prevents an individual carrying out everyday tasks.
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Definition of Abnormality: Deviation from Ideal Mental Health
Definition
This applies to those who do not meet the six criteria Jahoda set out for ideal mental health.
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