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Outline two definitions of abnormality and Give two criticisms of the definitions mentioned in your first answer.
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Psychology Homework for 26/09/2003 a) Outline two definitions of abnormality b) Give two criticisms of the definitions mentioned in your answer to question a O Out Answer a + b part (i) Deviation from Ideal Mental Health 'Deviation from optimal psychological well-being (a state of contentment that we all strive to achieve). Deviation is characterised by a lack of positive self-attitudes, personal growth, autonomy, accurate view of reality, environmental mastery, and resistance to stress; all of which prevent the individual from accessing their potential, which is known as self-actualisation.' (Psychology for AS Level - Michael W. Eysenck) This is the view that abnormality is related to the lack of a "contented existence". This is a view is put forward by humanistic psychologists (for example Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow). They both felt that a key standard and goal for human endeavour is self-actualisation. One advantage of this approach is that it focuses on positive characteristics. Rather than illness...
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