Theresa has recently developed an intense fear of contamination. Consequently, she spends several hours each day repeating cleaning rituals, has stopped attending her job as a school teacher, and avoids all social contact. Her family are deeply concerned by her behaviour, which they find highly unusual and difficult to understand.
Outline two definitions of abnormality. Refer to Theresa's behaviour in your answer.
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