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CH.1 Understanding Psychopathology How do psychologists define a psychological disorder? ● A psychological disorder is (1) a psychological dysfunction that is (2) associated with distress or impa... irment in functioning and (3) a response that is not typical or culturally expected. All three basic criteria must be met; no one criterion alone has yet been identified that defines the essence of abnormality. ● Psychopathology is concerned with the scientific study of psychological disorders. Mental health professionals range from clinical and counseling psychologists to psychiatrists and psychiatric social workers and nurses. Each profession requires a specific type of training. [Show More]

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