Adjusting Our Behavior or Thinking Toward a Group Standard Is

question 136

Multiple Choice

Adjusting our behavior or thinking toward a group standard is called

• A) groupthink.
• B) mood contagion.
• C) social loafing.
• D) conformity.

Comprehend the impact of societal norms on the labeling of behavior as abnormal.

Acknowledge the continuum model of abnormality and its implications for diagnosis.

Understand the significance of distress and mental illness as criteria for abnormality.

Appreciate the historical practices and treatments for abnormal behavior.

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