History and Theories of Abnormal Psychology Quiz Test your knowledge on key figures, theories, and concepts in abnormal psychology with this quiz. Learn about Freud, diathesis-stress model, neurotransmitters, and more.
#1
Who is often regarded as the 'Father of Psychology'?Sigmund Freud
William James
Wilhelm Wundt
B.F. Skinner
#2
Who developed the psychodynamic perspective in abnormal psychology?B.F. Skinner
John B. Watson
Carl Jung
Sigmund Freud
#3
Who proposed the theory of classical conditioning?Sigmund Freud
John B. Watson
Albert Bandura
Carl Rogers
#4
Who is associated with the theory of operant conditioning?Sigmund Freud
Albert Bandura
John B. Watson
B.F. Skinner
#5
Who developed the theory of social learning?Sigmund Freud
Albert Bandura
John B. Watson
B.F. Skinner
#6
Which perspective in abnormal psychology emphasizes the role of unconscious conflicts?Behavioral perspective
Cognitive perspective
Humanistic perspective
Psychoanalytic perspective
#7
According to the diathesis-stress model, which of the following is a diathesis factor?Biological predispositions
Life events and stressors
Cognitive distortions
Behavioral patterns
#8
Who proposed the cognitive-behavioral model of abnormal psychology?Aaron Beck
Albert Bandura
Ivan Pavlov
Carl Rogers
#9
What is the primary focus of the medical model in abnormal psychology?Social factors
Biological factors
Psychological factors
Cultural factors
#10
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with mood disorders like depression?Dopamine
Serotonin
GABA
Acetylcholine
#11
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for diagnosing a psychological disorder according to the DSM-5?Distress or impairment
Statistical rarity
Biological dysfunction
Cultural deviance
#12
What is the purpose of the MMPI (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory)?To diagnose specific psychological disorders
To measure personality traits and psychopathology
To assess cognitive abilities
To monitor treatment progress
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