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प्रश्न
What are the criteria of abnormal behaviour? Explain with examples.
उत्तर
Abnormal behaviour is some behaviour that deviates markedly from what is considered as appropriate or acceptable behaviour. It is some behaviour that is socially unacceptable, distressing, self-defeating and causes some harm to the person(s).
The criteria for abnormality are as follows -
- Deviance - This includes statistical deviance e.g., IQ below 70 will be considered as intellectually deficient as the average normal IQ is above 70. It also includes socio-cultural deviance. However, cultural relativity must be considered for e.g., being homeless is considered vagrancy in some cultures (abnormal behaviours) while among nomadic tribes e.g., Gypsies it is considered normal.
- Personal distress - It refers to the subjective feelings of the person in response to discomforting situations e.g., anxiety, depression, aggression, insomnia. Such individuals may perform daily activities adequately and appear normal to others but are miserable sometimes.
- Impaired functioning - The person is unable to adequately fulfill expected roles in the family, community, at work, etc., for e.g., severe depression or phobias.
No single criteria is sufficient to explain abnormal behaviour. If only statistical deviance is considered then even very superior intelligence (IQ 130 and above) will have to be considered as abnormal as it is not found in the majority of people. However, those who deviate from legal/social norms can be considered as showing abnormal behaviour. It causes discomfort to the person i.e., restlessness, lack of concentration, social withdrawal, etc. This behaviour interferes with personal and social welfare and is highly maladjusted.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Answer the following:
Give the full form of DSMIV.
Answer the following question briefly:
What is meant by abnormal behavior?
Explain the biological psychodynamic and sociocultural view of abnormal behaviour.
State whether the following statement is True or False and justify your answer with reason.
Abnormality is always hereditary.
Match the columns.
| Column A | Column B |
| (i) Stress and storm | (1) Used for gaining more power |
| (ii) Body image | (2) Adolescence |
| (iii) Bullying | (3) May lead to lack of self confidence |
| (iv) Low self esteem | (4) Childhood |
| (v) Nurturance | (5) Anorexia |
| (6) Feminine trait |
Write a short note in 50-60 words.
Criteria of abnormal behaviour
Give the full form of DSM-IV.
After the sudden death of his mother, Altaf's family members noticed a change in his behaviour over a prolonged period. From being a calm and an easy going person, he changed into an irritable and short tempered person. His family members took him to a therapist for consultation.
- Which manual would the therapist refer to classify and diagnose Altaf's mental condition?
- With reference to the principles of classification of psychological disorders, explain the Axes III, IV and V.
| Patient: | "I avoid going to any hill station even for a family vacation." |
| Counsellor: | "Do you avoid going of the terrace of your home too?" |
| Patient: | "Yes I am terrified of heights even when I know that I am quite safe." |
| Counsellor: | "When did this feeling first emerge?" |
| Patient: | "I remember that as a child, I had gone to a hill station with my family. While on a trek, I slipped downhill and hurt myself. Since then, I have been extremely fearful of heights." |
- Identify the psychological disorder shown by the patient.
- Explain any two symptoms and any one cause of this psychological disorder.
What is a belief?
