AP Psychology_Unit 8, Lesson 2

What is the primary focus of the DSM-5?

• To outline legal standards for psychological disorders

• To discuss the history of psychological disorders

• To provide a comprehensive guide for diagnosing psychological disorders

• To offer treatment options for psychological disorders

Which approach focuses on genetics as a cause for abnormal behavior?

• Evolutionary

• Cognitive

• Sociocultural

• Humanist

What does the cognitive approach attribute psychological disorders to?

• Societal status

• Unresolved childhood conflicts

• Genetic traits

• Dysfunctional thoughts or beliefs

What does the sociocultural approach consider when analyzing psychological disorders?

• Dysfunctional thought processes

• Brain structure abnormalities

• Impact of gender, nationality, and societal status

• Genetic factors

According to the humanist approach, what increases the risk for psychological disorders?

• Learned behaviors

• Incongruent self-concept

• Repressed unconscious thoughts

• Chemical imbalances

Which approach views psychological disorders as learned behaviors?

• Biological

• Psychodynamic

• Behavioral

• Humanist

How does the psychodynamic approach explain psychological disorders?

• Based on genetic inheritance

• As a result of repressed unconscious thoughts

• Through learned behaviors

• Due to chemical imbalances

What is the main idea of the medical model regarding psychological disorders?

• They are unchangeable and permanent

• They are the result of societal pressures

• They can be diagnosed, treated, and potentially cured

• They are primarily learned through conditioning

What is a significant consequence of labeling someone with a mental illness?

• It provides a clear path for treatment

• It may lead to negative stereotypes and a sense of loss of control

• It eliminates the disorder

• It has no significant impact

What was the purpose of David Rosenhan's study?

• To explore different psychological disorders

• To test the effectiveness of psychological treatments

• To examine the accuracy of the diagnosing process

• To understand the impact of labeling on individuals