Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

What is the common belief regarding behaviors, thoughts, or feelings that can be viewed as pathological or abnormal?

• They have symptoms.

• They are always harmful.

• They are universally accepted.

• They are influenced by culture.

How do cultures influence the labeling of behaviors as normal or abnormal?

• By having universal standards.

• By having strong norms for acceptable behavior.

• By ignoring gender roles.

• By promoting individualism.

What are the Four D's of Abnormality?

• Dysfunctional, Distress, Deviance, Dangerousness

• Dysfunctional, Distress, Development, Danger

• Distress, Deviance, Danger, Denial

• Dysfunction, Distress, Deviation, Danger

What does the Diathesis-Stress Model suggest about the creation of a disorder?

• It requires only a trigger.

• It requires both a diathesis and a trigger.

• It is solely based on genetic factors.

• It is influenced by environmental factors only.

What is the role of neurotransmitters in the brain?

• They carry impulses between neurons.

• They are responsible for muscle movement.

• They regulate emotions only.

• They are involved in digestion.

What do behavioral genetics study?

• The inheritance of behaviors.

• The structure of chromosomes.

• The impact of environment on behavior.

• The role of neurotransmitters.

What is the focus of behavioral approaches in psychology?

• The influence of genetics.

• The influence of reinforcements and punishments.

• The influence of unconscious processes.

• The influence of cultural norms.

What do humanistic approaches emphasize?

• The importance of societal norms.

• The innate capacity for goodness.

• The role of unconscious processes.

• The influence of family systems.

What do family systems theorists believe about psychological disorders?

• They are solely individual problems.

• They indicate a dysfunctional family system.

• They are caused by genetic factors.

• They are influenced by societal norms.

What is the significance of third-wave approaches in psychology?

• They focus only on behavioral techniques.

• They combine techniques from various therapies.

• They reject mindfulness practices.

• They emphasize traditional methods.