Deviance, Distress, Dysfunction in Psychology

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Which characteristic of deviance refers to thoughts and emotions differing from society norms?

  • Dysfunction
  • Legal norms
  • Societal norms (correct)
  • Distress

What does dysfunction refer to in the context of abnormal behavior?

  • An unusual experience
  • Distress
  • Risk of harm
  • Impairment in daily life (correct)

When is distress considered to be abnormal?

  • When it is out of proportion to the situation (correct)
  • When it is visible to others
  • When it is minor and temporary
  • When it is a common experience

In the context of abnormal behavior, what does danger primarily refer to?

<p>Risk of intentional harm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is dysfunction related to daily functioning?

<p>It impairs a person's ability to conduct daily activities constructively (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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