One Sign of Abnormality Is When a Person Engages in Behavior

question 243

Multiple Choice

One sign of abnormality is when a person engages in behavior that creates a great deal of emotional distress or __________.

• A) subjective discomfort
• B) social deviance
• C) statistical rarity
• D) situational anxiety

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Definitions:

Dissociative Identity Disorder

A psychological disorder characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states that control an individual's behavior at different times.

Depression

A psychiatric syndrome involving persistent melancholy or an apathy towards activities, gravely affecting one’s routine life.

Psychoanalytic Theorists

Psychologists or theorists who analyze human behavior, thoughts, and emotions based on unconscious motives and conflicts, following the theories initially proposed by Freud.

Depression

A morale disorder showcased by a continuous blue mood or lack of interest in engagements, significantly deteriorating daily life quality.