PPT-Abnormal Psychology What makes something a

disorder Typicality the degree to which the mental process or behavior is average or typical of the majority of people Maladaptivity the mental process or behavior impairs an individuals ability to function in everyday life. Session 2: Concepts of Normality and Abnormality. Examine the concepts of normality and abnormality. Today’s Learning Outcome. Concepts of normality and abnormality. It is not any easy task to define what is . : . Classification & Disorders. Designated Unit. : . Unit . IV. States of Consciousness. Introduction. : . Fact or Falsehood?. Research suggests that the stigma & stress associated with being homosexual increase the risk of mental health problems…. Outline what is meant by the terms . compliance and identification. Refer to real . life examples to illustrate your points (6). Compliance is a type of . conformity. where people go along with the. What is abnormal behavior and why do we study it?. Def. One-abnormal behavior is defined in terms of the relative discomfort of a person which leads them to seek help from a professional.. Def. Two-Statistical norms-abnormal behavior is defined as behavior that deviates from the expected norm.. Introduction. Prehistoric and ancient beliefs. Evil spirits residing in a person’s body. Trephining. Naturalistic explanations: Greco-Roman thought. Early thinkers: Galen ‘s Theory of Humors. Pathology is physical: Paradigm shift. Objectives. To define normal and abnormal. To decide between methods of deciding normality. To recognize the use of the bell-shaped curve showing normal distribution. To develop and analyze surveys to determine normal personality qualities and behaviors. disorder. ?. Typicality. – the degree to which the mental process or behavior is average or typical of the majority of people. Maladaptivity. – the mental process or behavior impairs an individuals ability to function in everyday life. Jason . Holmwood. , M.A., M.S., CCTP. Sheema. K. . Majiduddin. , . Ed.M., CCTP. COUNSELING SERVICES. EDISON HALL 100. Themes for today: . Understanding this population of students. Treat students with mental illness the same as any other student. CLP2140 Credits3Course Description This course examines the major categories of mental disorders Diagnostic criteria treatment methods cultural factors public attitudes community resources ethical iss Revised 8/2020NOVACOLLEGE-PSY 215-ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY3 CRCourse descriptionExplores historical views and current perspectives of abnormal behavior Emphasizes major diagnostic categories and criteria i &. Module 2: Models of Abnormal Psychology. What is Abnormal Behavior?. Psychological Dysfunction. Breakdown in cognitive, emotional, or behavioral functioning. Personal Distress. . Difficulty performing appropriate and expected roles. CAUSES OF ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR. Biological/Genetic . View as mental disorder – similar to physical disorders . Diagnosis and treatment . Nervous system and the brain. CAUSES OF ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR. Cognitive –Emotional . Chapter 1. Abnormal Psychology: Past and Present. A. bnormal psychology:. The scientific study of ________ behavior in an effort to describe, predict, explain, and change abnormal patterns of functioning. : . Treatment. Part one. Abnormal Psychology. :. Treatment Basics. Abnormal. : . Treatment Basics. Mental health therapies are classified into two primary categories. The Psychological Therapies/Psychotherapy.