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psy215 Abnormal Psychology

Overview

Part A) Focus on reconstructing your view of what it means to be abnormal. Specially, consider the notion of the humanity in abnormality.

Discuss what it means to view our individual differences through a non-pathologizing lens.

In recent times, people have begun to adopt a non-clinical view of psychological conditions-as differences, not disorders. Discuss the costs and benefits of viewing psychological traits, symptoms, and conditions in this manner.

Think of an abnormmal behevior that may be viewed as a deficit or a weakness. Discuss how aspects of this behavior may be reframed and reapplied as a strength.

Part B) Setting healthy Professional Boundaries.Review how to Set Healthy Boundaries.

People have varying levels of sensitivity when it comes to their personal boundaries, as well as how those boundaries transfer to the workplace. What strategies might you use in identifyin personal andprofessional boundaries in others?

how can setting healthy professional boundaries help you maintain your identity in the workplace?

Other than the profession setting, what specific areas in your life do you set boudaries for?

What is the connetion between setting boundaries and mental health?

How does the comcept of setting healthy boundaries apply programmatic themes? Career connections, social justice.