A characteristic is considered abnormal from a statistical infrequency perspective if it's ______ among human beings.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the statistical infrequency perspective of abnormality. It is asking what makes a characteristic considered abnormal from this point of view.
Answer
Statistically rare or unusual.
From a statistical infrequency perspective, a characteristic is considered abnormal if it is statistically rare or unusual among human beings.
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From a statistical infrequency perspective, a characteristic is considered abnormal if it is statistically rare or unusual among human beings.
More Information
Statistical infrequency is a way of defining abnormality by looking at the distribution of certain traits, characteristics, or behaviors in a population. If a behavior is rare and deviates significantly from the average, it is considered abnormal.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming that anything statistically infrequent is automatically 'bad' or 'undesirable'. However, that is not necessarily true and may only be considered as statistical infrequency.
Sources
- What Is Abnormal Psychology? Definition and Examples - simplypsychology.org
- Statistical Infrequency (AQA A Level Psychology): Revision Note - savemyexams.com
- STATISTICAL INFREQUENCY — PSYCHOPATHOLOGY - PsychStory - psychstory.co.uk
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