: Thoughts or behaviors that differ significantly from societal or cultural norms.
: The length of time symptoms persist, helping distinguish temporary stress from a chronic disorder. 2. Theoretical Perspectives Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology
: The behavior interferes with daily living, such as the ability to work or maintain relationships. : Thoughts or behaviors that differ significantly from
is a branch of psychology that focuses on the study of atypical behavior, thoughts, and emotions . It seeks to understand the causes, diagnoses, and treatments of mental disorders, often referred to as psychopathology . 1. Defining "Abnormal" and treatments of mental disorders
: The individual poses a risk of harm to themselves or others.
The field uses several criteria to determine if a behavior is abnormal. A common framework is the :
: The behavior causes the individual significant personal suffering or emotional pain.