Begin a conversation within your course community and engage in at least ONE of the following: What criteria would you use to evaluate whether a person's behavior is "normal" or "abnormal"? Discuss this topic from social constructionist (for example, Kenneth Gergen) and family systemic perspectives. Explain how your own values and personal beliefs will impact the way you view some of the client's behaviors, thoughts, or emotions as evidence of psychopathology. Provide an example to illustrate your ideas.
