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anomaly

anomaly In historical psychology, a mental anomaly is a clear departure from what is considered typical or normal in mental abilities or functioning.

In historical psychology, a mental anomaly is a clear departure from what is considered typical or normal in mental abilities or functioning. It refers to an unusual or exceptional irregularity and can describe traits or symptoms discussed in abnormal psychology.

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Drafting source: Baldwin Dictionary of Philosophy and Psychology, 1901. 1901 New York Macmillan original; archive index checked 2026-10-18. “Anomaly” (Anomaly).
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