Psychopathology

Definition of statistical infrequency

When a person displays behaviour and/or characteristics that are rare they are considered ‘abnormal’

How can you measure statistical infrequency?

By using a distribution curve

Definition of deviation from social norms

When a person behaves differently to what we expect people to behave due to our social norms they’re considered ‘abnormal’

Definition of failure to function adequately

When a person can no longer cope with the demands of everyday life they’re considered ‘abnormal’

How did Rosenhan and Seligman suggest you decide if someone is failing to function adequately?

Unpredictability

Maladaptive behaviours

Personal distress

Irrationality

Observer discomfort

Definition of deviation from ideal mental health

Whether a person aligns with the criteria of what is considered ‘normal’

What was Jahoda’s criteria for ideal mental health?

Accurate perception of reality

Self actualisation

Positive attitude to oneself

Environmental mastery

Autonomy

Resisting stress

What is the DSM-5?

Used to categorise mental disorder symptoms to assist with diagnosis (stands for diagnostic manual for mental disorders)