Psychological Abnormality May Include Deviance, Distress, Dysfunction, and Danger

question 200

Essay

Psychological abnormality may include deviance, distress, dysfunction, and danger. First, explain what these terms mean regarding psychological abnormality. Second, provide an example of a time when each aspect of abnormality would not be considered abnormal.

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Definitions:

Korean War

A conflict between North Korea, with the support of China and the Soviet Union, and South Korea, with the principal support of the United States, fought from 1950-1953.

Disarmament Talks

Diplomatic meetings aimed at reducing or eliminating certain types of weaponry, often involving multiple countries and international organizations.

Declared Independence

The formal assertion by a specific territory or group that it is independent and constitutes a state, no longer under the control or governance of a foreign power.

Heavily Industrialized

Pertains to regions or economies that are significantly developed in terms of manufacturing, factory operations, and industrial sector activities.