Perhaps the Biggest Problem with Using Inappropriate Behaviour as a Criterion

question 80

Multiple Choice

Perhaps the biggest problem with using inappropriate behaviour as a criterion for abnormal behaviour is

• A)what is considered appropriate differs over time and location.
• B)mentally ill people are usually not dangerous.
• C)social norms tend to be constant over time.
• D)inappropriate behaviour is often the norm in North American culture.
• E)killers and murderers are generally sane.

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