Quiz on Individual Differences in Psychology

Which approach to describing normality considers behavior accepted in a particular society or culture?

• Functional

• Historical

• Sociocultural

• Medical

Which approach defines abnormal behavior as having a biological cause?

• Sociocultural

• Functional

• Medical

• Situational

Describe an example of behaviour in a cultural group within Australian society which may be considered abnormal by another cultural group in Australia.

• Celebrating Christmas in July

• Wearing traditional attire at a festival

• Speaking multiple languages

• Eating breakfast for dinner

Describe two examples of 'normal' behaviour in other societies that may be considered abnormal in Australian society.

• Greeting with a kiss on both cheeks

• Wearing a hat indoors

• Using a fork and knife

• Driving on the left side of the road

What does the functional approach suggest about individuals whose behavior interferes with daily functioning?

• They are considered normal

• They are considered abnormal

• They are considered highly intelligent

• They are considered socially adept

According to Weeks and James, how do eccentrics generally feel about their unusual behavior?

• They feel ashamed and try to hide it

• They feel indifferent and ignore it

• They take pride and find joy in it

• They feel anxious and seek help

Describe a behaviour that is considered abnormal today but might be considered normal in the future.

• Teleportation

• Virtual reality living

• Eating insects

• Traveling by car

What does the diagram in Figure 8.9 represent?

• A treatment plan for mental illnesses.

• A family history of mental illness incidence.

• A list of medications for mental illnesses.

• A genetic map of normal functioning individuals.

Briefly describe one strength and one limitation of the medical approach.

• Strength: Comprehensive; Limitation: Overly simplistic

• Strength: Scientific basis; Limitation: Ignores psychological factors

• Strength: Culturally sensitive; Limitation: Expensive

• Strength: Quick diagnosis; Limitation: Inaccurate

What is the purpose of using a standard deviation in a normal distribution curve?

• To determine the average score of a data set

• To identify the highest score in a data set

• To measure the variability or spread of scores

• To calculate the total number of scores