Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Malfunctioning parts refer to the idea that abnormal behavior is seen as an illness caused by issues within specific components of the organism. It suggests that psychological disorders are a result of biological or physiological abnormalities.
Related terms
Neuropsychology: This field focuses on how brain structure and function relate to behavior and mental processes.
Psychopathology: The study of mental disorders, including their nature, causes, development, and treatment.