Dr. Orazzo is using an objective method of defining abnormality. However, this method will not tell her about the meanings of the deviations she obtained; nor does it tell her where to draw the line between normal and abnormal. The method of defining abnormality that Dr. Orazzo is using is

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The method described is statistical abnormality, which involves quantifying traits or behaviors and defining those that fall far from the average (mean) as abnormal. This method does not provide insights into the qualitative aspects of the deviations or specify the exact point at which a deviation becomes abnormal.

Dr Orazzo Is Using an Objective Method of Defining Abnormality