#1
The biomedical model of abnormal behavior focuses on:
Biological factors
ExplanationFocuses on biological factors as the primary influence.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a category of anxiety disorders?
Schizophrenia
ExplanationSchizophrenia is not a category of anxiety disorders.
#3
The term 'neurotransmission' refers to the process of communication between:
Synapses
ExplanationRefers to the process of communication between synapses.
#4
Which theorist is associated with the concept of operant conditioning, involving reinforcement and punishment?
B.F. Skinner
ExplanationAssociated with operant conditioning, reinforcement, and punishment.
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Flashbacks and nightmares
ExplanationCharacteristic symptom is flashbacks and nightmares.
#6
Which psychological theory suggests that abnormal behavior results from unresolved unconscious conflicts and desires?
Psychoanalytic Theory
ExplanationFocuses on unresolved unconscious conflicts and desires.
#7
According to the diathesis-stress model, abnormal behavior is thought to result from:
Genetic predisposition and environmental stressors
ExplanationResult of genetic predisposition and environmental stressors.
#8
Who developed the cognitive model of abnormal behavior, emphasizing distorted thought patterns and beliefs?
Aaron Beck
ExplanationDeveloped by Aaron Beck, focusing on distorted thought patterns.
#9
Which therapeutic approach focuses on changing dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors through systematic interventions?
Cognitive-Behavioral therapy
ExplanationFocuses on changing thoughts and behaviors through systematic interventions.
#10
The concept of the 'biopsychosocial model' suggests that abnormal behavior is influenced by:
Biological, psychological, and social factors
ExplanationInfluenced by biological, psychological, and social factors.
#11
According to the social-cognitive perspective, abnormal behavior may result from:
A combination of personal, behavioral, and environmental factors
ExplanationResult of a combination of personal, behavioral, and environmental factors.
#12
In the context of abnormal behavior, what does the term 'comorbidity' refer to?
The co-occurrence of two or more disorders in an individual
ExplanationRefers to the co-occurrence of two or more disorders.
#13
What does the term 'stigma' refer to in the context of mental health?
Negative attitudes and beliefs that contribute to discrimination against individuals with mental disorders
ExplanationRefers to negative attitudes and beliefs contributing to discrimination.
#14
Which perspective emphasizes the importance of cultural and social context in understanding abnormal behavior?
Sociocultural Perspective
ExplanationEmphasizes cultural and social context in understanding abnormal behavior.
#15
According to the psychodynamic perspective, what is the function of the ego?
To mediate between the unconscious and conscious mind
ExplanationFunctions to mediate between the unconscious and conscious mind.