| Criteria | What does it mean? |
|---|---|
| Typicality | Degree to which behavior is atypical, meaning rarely seen or statistically abnormal |
| Dysfunction | Degree to which behavior interferes with daily life and relationships |
| Degree to which behavior or emotions cause an individual to feel upset or uncomfortable | |
| Deviance | Degree to which behavior is considered outside the standards or rules of society |
| Defining abnormal behavior is challenging, and psychologists use a variety of criteria when evaluating behaviors. | |