Question

An unemployed, homeless woman living on the street may be said to display abnormal behavior, even if she has chosen to live this way. Her inability to adapt to the requirements of society is what makes her "abnormal." Which definition of abnormality best explains this?

Answer 1

Answer:

"Abnormality as the inability to function effectively"

Explanation:

An unemployed, homeless woman living on the street may be said to display abnormal behavior, even if she has chosen to live this way. Her inability to adapt to the requirements of society is what makes her "abnormal. The definition of abnormality that best explains this is "Abnormality as the inability to function effectively"

Behavior is abnormal when an individual is unable to adjust to the demands of society, such as getting a job or getting along with others.

Also, behavior is considered abnormal if it produces a sense of personal distress, anxiety, or guilt in an individual or if it is harmful to others in some way.  According to this view of abnormality people who are unable to function effectively and adapt to the demands of society are considered abnormal.