PSY 215 Module Eight Activity Template
For this journal activity, you will focus on reconstructing your view of what it means to be abnormal.
Specifically, consider the notion of the humanity in abnormality. Then respond to the following prompts
with a minimum of 3 to 5 sentences. Address the rubric criteria listed below and support your answers
with a credible source when necessary. Complete this template by replacing the bracketed text with the
relevant information.
Discuss what it means to view our individual differences through a lens.non-pathologizing
[To view our individual differences through a non-pathologizing lens means that individual
differences should be viewed without bias and not as a disease or requiring a diagnosis. Society
would be a more positive and supportive place if everyone viewed differences and abnormal
behavior through a non-pathologizing lens as individuals would be more inclined to seek help if
they did not feel ashamed or like they are being judged for doing so. Using hyperactivity as an
example; instead of diagnosing and medicating, we could evaluate the environment in which the
child is displaying certain behaviors that are similar to characteristics of we see with ADHD. Then
maybe we can see about altering the environment in conjunction with teaching new ways to
