Lisa has just been fired from her new job for consistently arriving 2 hours late for work. Lisa tries to explain that she must often drive back home to ensure that all the doors are locked and that no appliances have been left on. Lisa's condition is abnormal according to the __________ definition.
A) maladaptive
B) social deviance
C) subjective discomfort
D) situational context

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The maladaptive definition states that a behavior is abnormal if it interferes with an individual's ability to function effectively in everyday life. Lisa's behavior of consistently arriving 2 hours late for work due to her need to check on her home is interfering with her ability to fulfill her work duties and is therefore maladaptive. The other definitions (social deviance, subjective discomfort, and situational context) do not apply to Lisa's situation.

Lisa Has Just Been Fired from Her New Job for Consistently