In the chapter 1 lecture you learned that it is challenging to assess what is abnormal versus what is not. Currently, researchers are trying to develop ways to assess abnormal or problematic cell phone use. I would like you to share how you would assess if a person is “addicted” to their cell phone using the four guidelines. I am looking for your ORIGINAL ideas and not those you can find online. Please use the format below – ALL activities are graded on effort and the following of directions:
- Deviance (Different, extreme, unusual, bizarre):
- Distress (Unpleasant and upsetting to the person):
- Dysfunction (Interfering with the person’s ability to conduct daily activities in a constructive way):
- Danger (Posing risk of harm):