The existence, in the past, of "disorders," such as "drapetomania, nymphomania, and anarchia" suggests that judging normality is greatly affected by
A)statistical deviations
B)cultural disapproval.
C)levels of functioning.
D)subjective discomfort.

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The existence of disorders such as drapetomania, nymphomania, and anarchia suggests that judging normality is greatly affected by cultural disapproval. These disorders were based on cultural norms and beliefs of the time and were used to pathologize behaviors that were considered deviant or unacceptable in that particular culture.

The Existence, in the Past, of "Disorders," Such as "Drapetomania