Cognitive Models in Psychopathology

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What is the main problem with using deviation from social norms as the sole criterion for psychopathology?

Socially unacceptable behavior is always indicative of adaptive functioning.

Different cultures may have varying definitions of social norms. (correct)

Social norms are always clear and consistent across all societies.

Deviation from social norms always indicates an underlying psychopathology.

Which concept focuses on whether behavior renders a person incapable of adapting to normal daily living?

Maladaptive behavior & harmful dysfunction (correct)

Distress & disability

Ataque de nervios

Deviation from the statistical norm

What is a critique of using the statistical norm as a criterion for psychopathology?

Deviation from statistical norms always leads to a diagnosis of psychopathology.

Statistical norm criteria are too subjective.

Behaviors that deviate may not necessarily be indicative of psychopathology. (correct)

Statistical norms are universally applicable across different cultures.

In what way does harmful dysfunction differ from statistical norm deviation in defining psychopathology?

Harmful dysfunction considers adaptive functioning, while statistical norm looks at statistical averages. Signup and view all the answers

What critique is mentioned regarding using deviation from social norms as a criterion for psychopathology?

"Abnormal" labels can stigmatize individuals who do not conform. Signup and view all the answers

What is the key focus when determining whether behavior is considered as maladaptive?

Ability to adapt to daily life Signup and view all the answers

How does deviation from statistical norms differ from harmful dysfunction in defining psychopathology?

Deviation from statistical norms considers cultural variations, while harmful dysfunction looks at harm. Signup and view all the answers

Why may many psychopathologies be considered as having an adaptive or protective function?

"Abnormal" behaviors can sometimes serve a purpose, like protecting from harm. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception regarding using deviation from social norms as an indicator of psychopathology?

Not following social norms always indicates a mental health issue. Signup and view all the answers

Which criterion focuses on whether behavior impairs a person's ability to function normally in daily life?

Distress & disability Signup and view all the answers

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What is the main problem with using deviation from social norms as the sole criterion for psychopathology?

Which concept focuses on whether behavior renders a person incapable of adapting to normal daily living?

What is a critique of using the statistical norm as a criterion for psychopathology?

In what way does harmful dysfunction differ from statistical norm deviation in defining psychopathology?

What critique is mentioned regarding using deviation from social norms as a criterion for psychopathology?

What is the key focus when determining whether behavior is considered as maladaptive?

How does deviation from statistical norms differ from harmful dysfunction in defining psychopathology?

Why may many psychopathologies be considered as having an adaptive or protective function?

What is a common misconception regarding using deviation from social norms as an indicator of psychopathology?

Which criterion focuses on whether behavior impairs a person's ability to function normally in daily life?

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