PYC4802 - Psychopathology (2022 - Semester 1 - Assignment 1)

PYC4802 – Psychopathology 2022 – Semester 1 – Assignment 1 Question #1: Circular causality means 1. A causes B and B causes C 2. A causes B and C causes B 3. A and B together cause C 4. A causes B and B causes A Question #2 A psychologist who believes that people behaviour is pre-determined and views human beings as having no freedom of choice might be using the ... model of psychopathology. 1. Biological 2. Psychodynamic 3. Humanistic 4. 1 and 2 Question #3: A psychologist who believes that abnormal behaviour can be eliminated by making the client aware of the underlying intrapsychic processes is using the ... model. 1. Biochemical 2. Behaviourist 3. Psychoanalytic 4. Humanistic REMAINING ANSWERS ONLY AVAILABLE UPON PURCHASE OF THIS DOCUMENT Disclaimer: Extreme care has been used to create this document, however the contents are provided ‘as is’ without any representation or warranties, express of implied. This document is to be used for comparison, research and reference purposes ONLY. Directly submitting and/or reselling/distribution/reproduction any part of this document is not permitted.   Question #4: The medical model focuses on ... 1. intrapsychic conflicts 2. underlying physiological defects 3. the driving forces of the mind 4. the communicative function of symptoms Question #5: Identify the statement which is NOT true with regards to the integrative approach. 1. The integration of psychological theories leads to a better understanding of psychopathology. 2. Both abnormal and normal behaviour are the product of a continual interaction of psychological, biological, and social influences. 3. Our thoughts, feelings and actions can influence the structure and function of our brain. 4. Explanation of psychopathology need to include multidimensional, integrative, and reciprocal influences. Question #6: The structure of the mind is the locus for explaining abnormal behaviour by the ... 1. Freudians 2. Humanistic existentialists 3. Neuroscientists 4. Family systems therapists Question #7: From a cognitive perspective, abnormal behaviour can be explained as ... 1. the subjective experiences of conditioning 2. a need for restructuring social relations 3. a neglect of the inner determinants of behaviour 4. the result of maladaptive thinking Question #8: Which one of the following statements is an aspect of labelling people’s impairment in cognitive or behavioural functioning? 1. A deviation from normal behaviour is evidence of psychological disorder. 2. The spastic is booked for a brain scan and mental status exam tomorrow. 3. Abnormal behaviour is the result of poor ego defence mechanisms. 4. Personal discomfort signals the presence of a psychological disorder. Question #9: The diagnostic report states: “The patient was oriented to time and place, showed appropriate affect, and could do simple calculations. Short and long-term memory were intact.” The health professional has conducted ... 1. A mental status exam. 2. Psycho-physiological testing. 3. Projective testing. 4. A reliability evaluation. Question #10: Which research study/studies focuses/focus on the interaction between the environment and genetics in the development of psychological disorders? 1. Adoption studies 2. Family studies 3. Genetic linkage analysis 4. All of the above