Which of the Following Is One Definition of Abnormal Behaviour

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is one definition of abnormal behaviour?

• A)behaviour that is rare
• B)behaviour that is consistent with the norms of society
• C)behaviour that does not create distress
• D)behaviour that is adaptive

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Definitions:

Mental Disorder

A condition characterized by significant disturbance in an individual's behavior, emotional regulation, or thought processes.

Unfit To Stand Trial

A legal determination that a person is unable to participate in the court proceedings because of mental incapacity or illness.

Assessment

A procedure in which information is gathered systematically in the evaluation of a condition; it serves as the preliminary to a diagnosis. A psychiatric assessment may include interviews with the patient or the patient’s family, medical testing, psychophysiological or psychological testing, and the completion of self-report scales or other report rating scales.

Insanity Defence

A legal defense by an accused person claiming that they should not be held legally responsible for their actions due to episodic or persistent psychiatric diseases at the time of criminal act.