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Approaches to Understanding Abnormal Psychology Quiz

#1

Which of the following approaches emphasizes unconscious conflicts as the root cause of abnormal behavior?

Psychodynamic approach
Explanation

Psychodynamic approach focuses on unconscious conflicts.

#2

Who is associated with the humanistic-existential approach to understanding abnormal psychology?

Carl Rogers
Explanation

Carl Rogers is associated with humanistic-existential approach.

#3

Which approach focuses on how individuals perceive, interpret, and assign meaning to their experiences?

Cognitive-behavioral approach
Explanation

Cognitive-behavioral approach focuses on perception and interpretation.

#4

Which of the following neurotransmitters is often implicated in mood disorders such as depression?

Serotonin
Explanation

Serotonin is often implicated in depression.

#5

Who proposed the theory of operant conditioning as an explanation for the development and maintenance of abnormal behaviors?

B.F. Skinner
Explanation

B.F. Skinner proposed operant conditioning theory.

#6

Which psychological disorder is characterized by recurrent, intrusive, and unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions)?

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Explanation

Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves obsessions and compulsions.

#7

Who is known for the development of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), which falls under the cognitive-behavioral approach?

Albert Ellis
Explanation

Albert Ellis developed Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT).

#8

Which approach to understanding abnormal psychology emphasizes the importance of social and cultural factors in the development of abnormal behavior?

Sociocultural approach
Explanation

Sociocultural approach emphasizes social and cultural factors.

#9

Who is considered the founder of psychoanalysis, which emphasizes the role of unconscious conflicts in shaping behavior?

Sigmund Freud
Explanation

Sigmund Freud is the founder of psychoanalysis.

#10

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main components of Aaron Beck's cognitive triad theory?

Negative view of past experiences
Explanation

Negative view of past experiences is not a component of Beck's theory.

#11

Who introduced the concept of self-actualization, emphasizing personal growth and fulfillment?

Abraham Maslow
Explanation

Abraham Maslow introduced self-actualization concept.

#12

Which of the following is a limitation of the diathesis-stress model in explaining abnormal behavior?

It doesn't account for the interaction between biological and environmental factors
Explanation

Diathesis-stress model lacks consideration of biological-environmental interaction.

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