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Abnormal behaviour is a hard label to attach to anything. Scientists and psychologists don't have a definite checklist of characteristics, so a blended approach is often used. An abnormal behaviour is often classified as such by regarding the behaviour from a blend of different viewpoints. First, statistically speaking abnormal behaviour could be any behaviour that is statistically uncommon. Secondly ,there is the test of social proof. Similar to the statistical viewpoint, this classification of abnormal is based on typicality, and what is generally considered common in that specific culture. For example, many people in North America eat French fries with ketchup on them. This behaviour would be considered normal. Not very many people in North America eat French fries with mayonnaise on them, so this behaviour would be considered abnormal. Note that when using this mode of classification, culture is important. For example In the Netherlands it is very common to eat French fries with mayonnaise. This would be considered abnormal. A third viewpoint is that abnormal behaviour should be determined as any behaviour that causes stress/discomfort to a person or prevents them from coping. For example, if Mike likes to wear thirteen pairs of socks to school everyday, and is happy and well adjusted in his life, he would be considered normal. As long as his behaviour does not cause him to display maladaptive behaviour to a situation, or become distressed, he should be considered normal.
As you can see, there is no one finite way to classify a behaviour as abnormal. Using objective judgement and keeping in mind the various viewpoints of abnormal behaviour is the best method to classify the behaviour in question
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Is abnormal behavior a misbehavior?
Abnormal behaviour is behaviour that is considered unusual by LOCAL social standards. If you live in a nudist colony, walking about without clothes is neither abnormal nor mischeivous by LOCAL standards, even though it may be both in other areas.
Society's main standard for judging abnormal behavior is?
This answer can be found in pretty much all Abnormal Psychology textbooks. It's my favorite subject, and I actually just finished taking this course. Abnormal behavior is classified as any behavior that deviates from the social norms of the culture or society in which that person lives in (keeping in mind the importance of cultural context - that what might be viewed as abnormal behavior in one country may be viewed as completely normal in another) A key factor in considering if a behavior is abnormal or not, when it becomes a problem, is if it violates the comfort zones of the majority of others in the person's presence.
Why is it important to study abnormal behavior?
Studying abnormal behavior helps us understand the causes, symptoms, and treatments of mental health disorders. It also promotes empathy and reduces stigma associated with mental illness. Additionally, it can contribute to improving diagnoses and interventions for individuals experiencing abnormal behavior.
How culture effect abnormal behavior?
Looking at it from a behaviorist point of view they believe abnormal behavior is from their childhood. The culture of your upbringing determines how you are raised. In your environment or the culture you brought up in you observe certain behaviors and if that behavior is abnormal you bound to repeat it.
What has not been used as an approach to defining abnormal behavior?
One approach that has not been commonly used to define abnormal behavior is a strict reliance on anecdotal evidence or personal beliefs. While personal experiences can be informative, they may not always capture the complexity and diversity of abnormal behaviors observed across different cultures, contexts, and individuals. It is essential to incorporate scientific research, empirical data, and psychological theories in defining abnormal behavior to ensure accuracy and reliability.
What has the author David Sue written?
David Sue has written: 'Abnormal Behavior, Sixth Edition And Abnormal Psychology In Context' 'Understanding Abnormal Behavior 8th Ed' 'Sue, Abnormal Behavior, Loose Leaf, Brief, 1st Edition Plus Sattler, Abnormal Psychology Context' 'Understanding Abnormal Behavior Study Guide' 'Abnormal Behavior Library Brief' 'Abnormal Behavior Sixth Edition And Clipson Casebook And Sattler Abnormal' 'Essentials of Understanding Abnomal Behavior Study Guide' 'Student Cd' 'Understanding Abnormal Behavior Brief Paperback Edition Plus Study Guide Brief' 'Abnormal Behavior' 'Abnormal Behavior Sixth Edition And Clipson Casebook For Abnormal Psychology' 'Abnormal Behavior Looseleaf Brief Plus Study Guide Plus Clipson Casebook For Abnormal Psychology'
What are signs of abnormal behavior?
uh, what kind of abnormal behavior exactly?
Is abnormal behavior a misbehavior?
Abnormal behaviour is behaviour that is considered unusual by LOCAL social standards. If you live in a nudist colony, walking about without clothes is neither abnormal nor mischeivous by LOCAL standards, even though it may be both in other areas.
What best helps mental health professionals determine whether a behavior is abnormal?
It is NOT their duty to "Determine" if a Behavior is Abnormal. That's up to Society as a whole. It IS their Life's chosen duty to find the cause and treat the Psychological issues that cause the Socially Unacceptable or Abnormal Behavior. They Identify Abnormal Behavior using: Observation combined with thought, research, acquired knowledge, and collective reasoning. Abnormal Behavior may or may not be destructive to individuals or society as a whole. It may actually be beneficial to both.
Society's main standard for judging abnormal behavior is?
This answer can be found in pretty much all Abnormal Psychology textbooks. It's my favorite subject, and I actually just finished taking this course. Abnormal behavior is classified as any behavior that deviates from the social norms of the culture or society in which that person lives in (keeping in mind the importance of cultural context - that what might be viewed as abnormal behavior in one country may be viewed as completely normal in another) A key factor in considering if a behavior is abnormal or not, when it becomes a problem, is if it violates the comfort zones of the majority of others in the person's presence.
Why is it important to study abnormal behavior?
Studying abnormal behavior helps us understand the causes, symptoms, and treatments of mental health disorders. It also promotes empathy and reduces stigma associated with mental illness. Additionally, it can contribute to improving diagnoses and interventions for individuals experiencing abnormal behavior.
How culture effect abnormal behavior?
Looking at it from a behaviorist point of view they believe abnormal behavior is from their childhood. The culture of your upbringing determines how you are raised. In your environment or the culture you brought up in you observe certain behaviors and if that behavior is abnormal you bound to repeat it.
What has not been used as an approach to defining abnormal behavior?
One approach that has not been commonly used to define abnormal behavior is a strict reliance on anecdotal evidence or personal beliefs. While personal experiences can be informative, they may not always capture the complexity and diversity of abnormal behaviors observed across different cultures, contexts, and individuals. It is essential to incorporate scientific research, empirical data, and psychological theories in defining abnormal behavior to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Frank is arguing with a friend about the behavior of someone they know Frank says the behavior is abnormal because his minister said that kind of behavior was abnormal However Bill replies that th?
It's important to remember that abnormal behavior is not solely determined by religious beliefs. Behaviors are considered abnormal when they deviate significantly from social or cultural norms, causing distress or impairment. It is essential to consider various factors such as individual differences, contexts, and mental health criteria in determining the abnormality of behavior.
What definition of abnormal behavior is Bill using?
A+ legal definition
Where in the SOAP notes do you record abnormal behavior?
Abnormal behavior is typically recorded in the "S" (subjective) section of SOAP notes. This is where the healthcare provider documents the patient's self-reported symptoms, including any observations of abnormal behaviors that the patient exhibits.
What makes defining abnormality difficult?
It can be difficult to distinguish between different or unusual behavior from abnormal behavior.
