Which of the following is true of the distress criterion for abnormality?

A. The individual has no desire to be rid of the disruptive behavior.
B. The individual must suffer as a result of the behavior.
C. The behavior must also meet the unusualness criteria.
D. The behavior must violate societal norms.


Answer: B

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