Chapter 1 and 2

1. Cultural Relativism: the idea that cultural practices and values should be understood within the context of the culture that created them

2. The Four D’s of Abnormality: Constitute feelings or behaviors that are classified as maladaptive

Dysfunction: behavior that significantly differs from what is considered typical or acceptable within a society or culture

Distress: when a person experiences significant negative emotions or discomfort due to their behavior

Deviance: behavior that significantly differs from what is considered typical or acceptable within a society or culture

Dangerousness: behavior that poses a threat to the individual or others around them

3. BioPsychosocial Model: A framework that emphasizes the interconnectedness of biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding and addressing health and wellness

4. Professions within Abnormal Psychology (Psychiatrists, Clinical/Counseling Psychologists, Marriage and Family Therapists etc.)

Psychiatrists: A psychological physician who can determine if illness is determined by physical or mental ailment, can prescribe medication, and must have gone to medical school. 

Counseling Psychologists: Receives doctorate, but does not attend medical school 

Clinical Psychologists: Receives doctorate, but does not attend medical school 

Marriage Therapists: Receives a masters degree and help couples and families improve their relationships and address challenges

Family Therapists: Receives a masters degree and work with families, couples, and individuals to address issues related to their relationships and improve their overall wellbeing