If your roommate acts in a way that is unusual (i.e., deviant) and interferes with her schoolwork (i.e., dysfunctional), what would you need to know before deciding whether the behaviour is abnormal?

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Whether she finds the behavior distressing is important because distress is a key criterion in determining abnormal behavior. If the behavior causes her significant distress, it is more likely to be considered abnormal.

If Your Roommate Acts in a Way That Is Unusual