Maria is a retired factory worker who lives with anxiety. Due to the fear of having anxiety attacks, she does not leave her house. This makes her feel trapped in her home, which creates an enormous sense of discomfort for Maria. Which criterion would be most appropriate in deciding whether Maria's case represents an example of abnormality?
A) Statistical rarity
B) Subjective distress
C) Societal disapproval
D) Cultural relativity
Answer: B
Psychology
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