PSY 223 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 - What Is Abnormal Psychology?
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Abnormal psychology is the branch of the science of psychology that addresses the description, causes, and treatment of abnormal behaviour patterns. (nevid et al. , 2012, pg. Culture: behaviour considered normal in one culture may be deemed abnormal in another. For example, anxiety & depression: we need to consider how people in different cultures experience states of emotional distress, including depression and anxiety, rather than imposing our perspectives on them. What is abnormal: failure to recognize cultural differences in what is deemed normal and abnormal behaviour can lead to inadequate and inappropriate diagnoses and treatment, read: focus on diversity: the canadian. That depends on where and when the behaviour and attire occur. Affects almost 30% of adults in their lifetime. Affects over 20% of adults in their lifetime. Affects almost 15% of adults in their lifetime. Affects over 46% of adults in their lifetime.
