Psychologists Find That Agreeing on the Differences Between Typical and Abnormal

question 90

Multiple Choice

Psychologists find that agreeing on the differences between typical and abnormal behaviors is surprisingly difficult.However,deciding that an individual's behaviors and mental processes are abnormal is essential because ____.

• A)it provides a benchmark for statistical analysis of these behaviors
• B)it is the first step toward labeling that person with a psychological disorder and providing treatment
• C)it establishes a cross-cultural consensus of what constitutes a disorder
• D)it protects society from possible psychopathological behavior

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