One Disadvantage of the Deviation-From-The-Norm Criterion for Mental Disorders Is

question 70

Multiple Choice

One disadvantage of the deviation-from-the-norm criterion for mental disorders is that

• A) not all behaviors are maladaptive.
• B) cultures differ in how they define what is normal.
• C) daily problems prompt people to seek treatment.
• D) statistical deviance offers clear guidelines for researchers.

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