Defining Abnormal Behaviour - SAGE Publications Ltd

Defining Abnormal Behaviour1 Learning aimsAt the end of this chapter you should:x Understand the complexity in distinguishing between Abnormal and normal Behaviour x Understand the various definitions of Abnormal Behaviour x Be familiar with the differences between deviance and dysfunctionx Comprehend the complexities of legal definitions and STUDYMatt is a 42-year-old construction worker. He has been married for 20 years, has two nearly grown children, served four years in the military and has been employed at the same construction company since he left military service. He is described as steady and reliable. Yet, there is one thing that 127/03/2013 8:03:12 PM2 Understanding Abnormal Psychology2doesn t seem quite right; he carries small brass bells with him wherever he goes.

Defining Abnormal Behaviour 3 all other behaviours are age appropriate and considered normal, the unusual element may be clas-sified as odd or eccentric. The single behaviour displayed with all else being normal may not be defined as abnormal, although it would probably never be considered normal. The consequence of

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