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In determining whether a behavior is abnormal, one key judgment that is often made by mental health professionals is
 
  a. deciding how long a specific behavior has occurred.
  b. to determine if a cultural bias exists within the therapeutic relationship.
  c. whether the individual is experiencing sadness and irritability at the same time.
  d. whether the behavior interferes with a person's ability to function effectively.

Question 2

One difficulty of using the deviation-from-the-norm criterion in determining if a behavior is abnormal is deciding
 
  a. the statistical point at which a behavior is abnormal.
  b. who will be responsible for determining statistical cut-off points.
  c. the definition of maladaptive behavior.
  d. the definition of deviance.



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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

a



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