The behavior complained of may be temporary or long-lasting. But it is mildly noticeable. Unadaptable behavior is such as to indicate a failure of orderly living. Fairly severe examples are deficiencies in learning or in social behavior conformities. Individuals may perform behavior troublesome to the family, police, and other community officials.
Pathological behaviors mark extreme personality deviations.
They point to individuals who are the most serious and most troublesome. They deviate most extremely from the so-called normal personalities in their various retardations. The most serious lack the capacity to take care of themselves or develop behavior inimical to their own well-being and the safety of others. Interbehavioral psychology may be expected to add effectively to the diagnostic analysis and the interventions of clinical practice. In addition, interbehavioral psychology as a scientific discipline may also throw light on the general problem of professional practice.