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Name: __________________________ Date: _______________ Hour: __________ Defining Abnormality 3 models: Deviation from Normality o Normal = whatever most people do in a given situation o Abnormal = do other than what the majority does Legal model o Normal = control over action, knowledge of right and wrong, “sane” o Abnormal = cannot distinguish between right/wrong, no control, “insane” Medical model o Psychological problems are diseases with symptoms, causes, and treatments. o DSM-IV – Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Psychological Disorder: when a behavior reduces everyday function because it is: 1. 2. 3. 4. Atypical Disturbing (to self or others) Maladaptive Unjustifiable Criticisms of Labeling Psychological Disorders Thomas Szasz o Mental illness is mostly just a myth – mental issues throughout history have been labeled instead of treated. o Argues for a “presumption of competence,” (as in presumption of innocence in court). Mental Illness Mental Health David Rosenhan o Developed a study in which he and 7 others walked into mental hospitals saying they were hearing voices (“thud,” “hollow,” “empty”) o Other than that, acted normal, answered all questions truthfully. o All 8 were misdiagnosed with disorders. o What if this happened with a physical diagnosis?
