statistical infrequency

What is statistical infrequency in the context of abnormality?

Occurs when an individual has a less common characteristic, like being more depressed or less intelligent than most of the population.

How does the statistical infrequency definition describe abnormality?

It defines abnormality as statistically rare characteristics and behaviours, far from the mathematical average.

What does statistical infrequency mean for normal and abnormal behaviour?

Relatively usual behaviour or characteristics are "normal," while unusual ones are "abnormal."

What is an example of a behaviour considered abnormal by statistical infrequency?

An irrational fear of buttons or believing neighbours are zombies for no reason, as these are rare.

How does statistical infrequency relate to measurable characteristics?

It’s used for characteristics that can be reliably measured, like intelligence, where rare scores are abnormal.

What is the normal distribution in statistical infrequency?

Most people’s scores cluster around the average; the further from the average, the fewer people attain that score.

What is the average IQ score in a normal distribution?

The average IQ is set at 100.

What percentage of people have an IQ between 85 and 115?

68% of people have an IQ between 85 and 115.

What IQ score is considered statistically infrequent, and why?

An IQ below 70, as only 2% of people score this low, making it very unusual.

What diagnosis is given to those with an IQ below 70 under statistical infrequency?

Intellectual disability disorder (IDD).