Which of the following is one of the criteria that distinguish abnormal behavior from normal behavior?
A. behavior that is adaptive
B. behavior that is personally conventional
C. behavior that is consistent
D. behavior that is deviant
Answer: D
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
According to existential psychologists, defence mechanisms:
A) provide no security from angst and dread. B) are optimal and lead to self-actualization. C) can be self-defeating and stifle the potential for personal growth. D) allow humans to consider limitless numbers of goals and actions.