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What does abnormal psychology focus on?
What does abnormal psychology focus on?
How is 'psychological dysfunction' defined in the text?
How is 'psychological dysfunction' defined in the text?
What can cause impairment in functioning?
What can cause impairment in functioning?
In the context of psychological disorders, what does 'distress or impairment in functioning' refer to?
In the context of psychological disorders, what does 'distress or impairment in functioning' refer to?
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What is an example of compulsions mentioned in the text?
What is an example of compulsions mentioned in the text?
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What is defined as abnormal behaviour in the text?
What is defined as abnormal behaviour in the text?
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In what context can psychological states or traits become harder to define according to the text?
In what context can psychological states or traits become harder to define according to the text?
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What is abnormal psychology?
What is abnormal psychology?
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What does 'abnormal' mean in the context of this course?
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What will the course be renamed next year?
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What does abnormal psychology primarily focus on?
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Study Notes
Abnormal Psychology Overview
- Abnormal psychology focuses on understanding, assessing, and treating mental disorders and unusual patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior.
Defining Abnormality
- 'Psychological dysfunction' refers to a psychological state or trait that impairs an individual's ability to function in daily life.
- Impairment in functioning can be caused by physical, emotional, or psychological factors that interfere with a person's daily life, relationships, or work.
- 'Distress or impairment in functioning' refers to the negative impact of a psychological disorder on an individual's daily life, causing them emotional pain or difficulty in performing daily tasks.
Characteristics of Abnormal Behavior
- Abnormal behavior is defined as behavior that deviates from societal norms, causes distress, or impairs functioning.
- An example of compulsions mentioned in the text includes repetitive behaviors, such as excessive handwashing.
Context of Abnormal Psychology
- In some contexts, such as cultural or historical contexts, psychological states or traits can become harder to define as abnormal or normal.
- Abnormal psychology primarily focuses on understanding, assessing, and treating psychological disorders, such as anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and personality disorders.
Course Overview
- Note: The course will not be renamed next year (this question was likely a trick question).
- 'Abnormal' in the context of this course means deviating from societal norms, causing distress, or impairing functioning.
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Explore the course overview, highlights, lecture notes, and recordings of Dr. Bock's lectures for the PSYCH 2AP3 - Abnormal Psychology course. Gain insights into the fundamentals and major disorders covered in the course.
