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What does deviation from social norms mean?

Breaking implicit rules in society

Why are social norms described as subjective?

Because social norms vary

How do cultures affect social norms?

Different cultures have different norms

How do social norms relate to time?

Social norms change over time

Why does context matter in judging abnormality?

Abnormal due to situation or environment

What is a strength of the deviation from social norms definition?

Practical application in diagnosing APD

What characterises APD according to this definition?

Inability to adhere to ethical behaviour

What behaviours often result from APD?

Recklessness and aggression

What is a limitation of the deviation from social norms definition?

Social norms are culturally relative

How does the note illustrate cultural relativity?

Hearing voices: accepted vs abnormal in UK

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