Abnormal Behaviors
Definition
Abnormal behaviors are actions or patterns of behavior that deviate from what is considered typical or socially acceptable. They may be maladaptive and interfere with a person's daily functioning.
Analogy
Imagine you have a group of friends who all wear the same color clothes every day, but one friend decides to wear a completely different color every day. That friend's behavior would be considered abnormal because it deviates from the norm.
Related terms
Normal Behaviors: Actions or patterns of behavior that are considered typical and socially acceptable.
Maladaptive Behaviors: Actions or patterns of behavior that are harmful, unhelpful, or not adaptive to a person's well-being.
Daily Functioning: The ability to perform everyday tasks such as eating, sleeping, working, and socializing effectively.
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