Objective 1: Explain what constitutes abnormal behavior. The definition of abnormal psychology and its classifications in psychological disorders varies across academic lines, professional postures, and even medical, social, and legal institutions. Symptoms that everyday people experience are also blurred when contrasted with those that are experiencing psychological disorders. Hence, the need for clarity as provided by the text for this course and professional nosologies such as the DSM and ICD that give clear definition and distinction as to what constitutes abnormal psychology and psychologicaldisorders. Read Chapter 1 from your Comer textbook.Write a three to four paragraph (one-page) response to the question of what constitutes abnormal behavior. Ensure the following components are addressed:Write a scholarly definition of what is considered normal and abnormal behavior (see the four Ds in the textbook) in mental health using the medical, socio-cultural, and behavioral models. (Note that this can differ from legal definitions.)List and discuss characteristics and examples of normal and abnormal behavior.Discuss whether or not you agree with these definitions and why.All written assignments should be formatted using APA.
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