Chapter 01 9e
1) The continuum model of abnormality demonstrates that
A) there is a clear distinction between dysfunctional and deviant behavior.
B) psychologists must make objective decisions about what warrants a diagnosis.
C) individuals are labeled as either having a disorder or not having one.
D) no sharp line exists between what is normal and abnormal.
2) To qualify as abnormal, behaviors, thoughts, and feelings must be
A) diagnosable.
B) unusual, distressing, impairing, or dangerous.
C) identifiable in the DSM-5-TR.
D) violent.
3) When determining abnormality, behaviors, thoughts, and________ are assessed.
A) family history
B) genetics
C) feelings
D) medication
4) The study of abnormal psychology is the study of people who suffer mental, emotional, and
often physical pain. This is also referred to as
A) psychopathology.
B) psychometry.
C) parapsychology.
D) behavioral psychology.
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1) The continuum model of abnormality demonstrates that
A) there is a clear distinction between dysfunctional and deviant behavior.
B) psychologists must make objective decisions about what warrants a diagnosis.
C) individuals are labeled as either having a disorder or not having one.
D) no sharp line exists between what is normal and abnormal.
2) To qualify as abnormal, behaviors, thoughts, and feelings must be
A) diagnosable.
B) unusual, distressing, impairing, or dangerous.
C) identifiable in the DSM-5-TR.
D) violent.
3) When determining abnormality, behaviors, thoughts, and________ are assessed.
A) family history
B) genetics
C) feelings
D) medication
4) The study of abnormal psychology is the study of people who suffer mental, emotional, and
often physical pain. This is also referred to as
A) psychopathology.
B) psychometry.
C) parapsychology.
D) behavioral psychology.
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