7Week 1 - Discussion- Abnormal Behavior & Perspectives
Discussion for Week 1 [read chapters 1 and 2]
1A. Please provide a brief introduction. How has your family, culture, and personal experiences influenced how you think about abnormal behavior, mental illness, and mental health? For example, where is the line between normal vs. abnormal in your culture or home? What did you learn in your family or culture about the underlying causes of abnormal behavior or mental illness?
1B: After reading over the psychological perspectives in CHAPTER 2, which perspective(s) do you believe best explain why a person might suffer from a mental disorder like generalized anxiety disorder?
1C: What are your general attitudes toward seeking professional help for mental health concerns? Where did this come from?
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