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AOS 2
Topic 1: Normality, mental health and mental illness
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Psychology
11th Grade
10/31/2011

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Normality
Definition
Patterns of behaviour or personality traits that are typical, or that conform to some standard of proper and acceptable ways of behaving.
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Sociocultural Approach
Definition
Defines normality by determining whether behaviour is typical according to the cultural values and beliefs of a particular society
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Functional Approach
Definition
Defines normality by the level of one's ability to interact and involve oneself in society
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Historical Approach
Definition
Defines normality by the period of time, century or era in which the judgement is made
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Situational Approach
Definition
Defines normality by the social situation, behavioural setting or general circumstances in which a behaviour takes place
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Medical Approach
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Defines normality in terms of physical health and well-being; an individual with an illness that has an underlying physical cause would be considered abnormal
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Statistical Approach
Definition
Defines normality according to the experiences and behaviours of the statistical majority
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