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Which criteria have been used to define abnormal behavior?
Which criteria have been used to define abnormal behavior?
What factors influence our perceptions of abnormality and normality?
What factors influence our perceptions of abnormality and normality?
Which manual is commonly used for the classification of mental illness?
Which manual is commonly used for the classification of mental illness?
What are the current models of psychopathology?
What are the current models of psychopathology?
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What are the two multidimensional approaches to understanding psychopathology?
What are the two multidimensional approaches to understanding psychopathology?
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Study Notes
Defining Abnormal Behavior
- Criteria used to define abnormal behavior include: deviation from social norms, statistical infrequency, disability or distress, and violation of moral or legal standards.
Influences on Perception of Abnormality
- Factors that influence our perceptions of abnormality and normality include: cultural and social norms, personal values, and historical context.
Classification of Mental Illness
- The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) is commonly used for the classification of mental illness.
Models of Psychopathology
- Current models of psychopathology include: biological, psychological, and sociocultural models.
Multidimensional Approaches to Psychopathology
- The two multidimensional approaches to understanding psychopathology are: the biopsychosocial model and the diathesis-stress model.
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Quiz: Understanding Abnormal Behavior Definitions and Criteria Test your knowledge on how abnormal behavior is defined and categorized using specific criteria. Learn about the various perspectives and theories in psychopathology. Explore the key concepts and objectives discussed in Chapter 24 of the textbook.
