Question

is this situation
ormal\ or \abnormal\? if \abnormal\ which of the \3 ds\ (deviance, dysfunction, distress) seems to be relevant? it may be more than one. under what condition could this be considered
ormal\?

1. alana always covers her face when she goes out in public.

(if \a,\ criterion/criteria
)

Explanation:

1. Situation Classification (Normal/Abnormal):

• Alana always covering her face in public is initially abnormal. In most social contexts, people do not cover their faces fully when in public spaces (e.g., streets, malls) unless there are specific reasons. This behavior deviates from the typical social norms of appearance and interaction in public, so it relates to the "deviance" criterion of the 3 Ds. If she has no functional reason (like a medical condition requiring face - covering) or is not distressed by it but still does it, it is abnormal due to deviance from what is considered normal public behavior.

1. Condition for Normalcy:

• This behavior could be normal if there are valid contextual or functional reasons. For example, if she lives in an area with extreme weather conditions (like a very dusty or cold environment where face - covering is a practical necessity for protection), or if there is a cultural or religious practice that mandates face - covering (such as in some religious traditions where women cover their faces as part of their dress code), or if she has a skin condition that requires her to protect her face from sunlight or other environmental factors. In such cases, the face - covering behavior is in line with practical, cultural, or medical needs and thus becomes a normal response to the situation.

Answer:

1. Situation Classification: Abnormal, relevant “D”: Deviance (since the behavior deviates from typical public behavior norms without a clear functional or cultural/religious justification at first glance).
2. Condition for Normalcy: If there is a valid reason like extreme weather (e.g., dust storms, extreme cold) requiring face protection, a cultural/religious practice mandating face - covering, or a medical condition (e.g., skin sensitivity to sunlight) that necessitates covering the face.