PSYC 345 exam 1 question prep and notes
According to the diathesis-stress model, most psychiatric disorders are genetically predetermined
**** false
A child's behavior setting would include their home, class and neighbors **** True
Dr. Nielsen tells Peter's parents that his anxiety is likely related to some traumatic event that
could not have been predicted from his early temperament. Dr. Nielsen's beliefs are consistent
with the categorical model of psychopathology **** true
When studying different types of families researchers might consider all EXCEPT which of the
following characteristics? **** history
Which type of therapist would be more likely to focus their treatment on promoting the overall
well-being of a child and family? **** humanistic
A ________ psychologist would believe that maladaptive patterns of behavior have been learned
through reinforcement of those behaviors. **** behavioral
Anna's teacher is baffled as to why she continually acts out during math class. When she acts out
she is sent to the school psychologist who allows her to play with one of the "fidget toys" in her
office. The acting out behavior is increasing. From a behavioral perspective what can be said
about the role of the school psychologist in Anna's behavior? **** she is reinforcing anna's
acting out behavior
Jonathan and Meredith are twins who were raised in the same home, but went to two separate
universities and are now living in two different cities as they pursue their careers. The
environments in which they now live is known as their non-shared environment. **** true
, If Maggie's difficulties are viewed as behaviors seen in other children her age, but as more
frequent, intense, and detrimental to her development, then her behaviors are seen as
dimensional. **** true
Lisa's therapist is working with her to help determine at which point in development she became
"stuck" in a maladaptive pattern of behaviors. Lisa's therapist most likely is following which
model of psychopathology? **** psychodynamic
Once a model of psychopathology has been validated, it is unlikely that it will be altered. ****
false
One of the key assumptions of Glen Elder's model is that: **** children develop within the
social and cultural arrangements of a particular era.
Despite early abuse and neglect, 10-year-old Joshua has adapted well to his new foster family,
has made good friends at school, and is excelling in reading and soccer. Joshua's situation would
most likely be an example of adequate adaptation. **** false
The authors of this text assert that psychopathology is best understood in relationship to: ****
how children typically develop.
Children in Africa, Latin America, and Eastern Europe are less likely to have access to quality
mental health services. These countries may be classified as: **** resource-poor
At age 6, Allison's temper tantrums are more frequent and intense than her same-aged peers.
Allison's behavior may be considered pathological based on which of these criteria? ****
violation of sociocultural norms
Sameroff (1993) stated that "all life is characterized by disturbance that is overcome, and that
only through disturbance can we advance and grow." How does this statement further the
According to the diathesis-stress model, most psychiatric disorders are genetically predetermined
**** false
A child's behavior setting would include their home, class and neighbors **** True
Dr. Nielsen tells Peter's parents that his anxiety is likely related to some traumatic event that
could not have been predicted from his early temperament. Dr. Nielsen's beliefs are consistent
with the categorical model of psychopathology **** true
When studying different types of families researchers might consider all EXCEPT which of the
following characteristics? **** history
Which type of therapist would be more likely to focus their treatment on promoting the overall
well-being of a child and family? **** humanistic
A ________ psychologist would believe that maladaptive patterns of behavior have been learned
through reinforcement of those behaviors. **** behavioral
Anna's teacher is baffled as to why she continually acts out during math class. When she acts out
she is sent to the school psychologist who allows her to play with one of the "fidget toys" in her
office. The acting out behavior is increasing. From a behavioral perspective what can be said
about the role of the school psychologist in Anna's behavior? **** she is reinforcing anna's
acting out behavior
Jonathan and Meredith are twins who were raised in the same home, but went to two separate
universities and are now living in two different cities as they pursue their careers. The
environments in which they now live is known as their non-shared environment. **** true
, If Maggie's difficulties are viewed as behaviors seen in other children her age, but as more
frequent, intense, and detrimental to her development, then her behaviors are seen as
dimensional. **** true
Lisa's therapist is working with her to help determine at which point in development she became
"stuck" in a maladaptive pattern of behaviors. Lisa's therapist most likely is following which
model of psychopathology? **** psychodynamic
Once a model of psychopathology has been validated, it is unlikely that it will be altered. ****
false
One of the key assumptions of Glen Elder's model is that: **** children develop within the
social and cultural arrangements of a particular era.
Despite early abuse and neglect, 10-year-old Joshua has adapted well to his new foster family,
has made good friends at school, and is excelling in reading and soccer. Joshua's situation would
most likely be an example of adequate adaptation. **** false
The authors of this text assert that psychopathology is best understood in relationship to: ****
how children typically develop.
Children in Africa, Latin America, and Eastern Europe are less likely to have access to quality
mental health services. These countries may be classified as: **** resource-poor
At age 6, Allison's temper tantrums are more frequent and intense than her same-aged peers.
Allison's behavior may be considered pathological based on which of these criteria? ****
violation of sociocultural norms
Sameroff (1993) stated that "all life is characterized by disturbance that is overcome, and that
only through disturbance can we advance and grow." How does this statement further the
