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1. Which statement about the field of abnormal psychology is accurate?
a. Abnormal psychology seeks to describe, explain, predict, and modify unusual behaviors.
b. Abnormal psychology is not yet considered a scientific field of research.
c. Abnormal psychology focuses on the study of only the most bizarre behavior
d. Abnormal psychology is most interested in narrowing a disorder to one behavioral factor.
ANSWER: a
2. Symptoms of mental illness or abnormal behavior (psychopathology) come primarily from ____.
a. genetic factors
b. environmental factors
c. sociocultural factors
d. an interaction of many factors
ANSWER: d
3. Dr. Thompson is a mental health professional collecting information in order to describe and draw
inferences about an individual’s emotional distress. Dr. Thompson is engaged in the process of ____.
a. investigative therapy
b. predicting dangerousness
c. psychodiagnosis
d. experimental research
ANSWER: c
4. Dr. Kohn is a psychoanalyst, Dr. Edwards is a humanistic therapist, Dr. Peterson is a cognitive
behavioral therapist, and Dr. James is a Gestalt therapist. On which of the following factors are they most
likely to differ in terms of how they describe a client’s mental distress?
a. time of onset
b. etiology
c. diagnosis
d. prognosis
ANSWER: b
5. A psychologist states that “Juan’s abnormal behavior is likely due to a combination of biology and
inadequate interpersonal skills.” The psychologist is ____.
a. predicting the future symptoms of Juan
b. giving Juan a psychodiagnosis
c. offering an explanation for Juan’s difficulties
d. describing how to control Juan’s symptoms
ANSWER: c
6. Which statement regarding the prediction of abnormal behavior is most accurate?
a. People with deteriorating mental conditions can be functioning well.
b. Psychologists are not interested in predicting clients’ future behavior.
c. Prediction is unrelated to understanding the cause of abnormality.
d. Psychologists tend to underpredict future violence.
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ANSWER: a
7. College administrators suspended Lee Loughner after they became concerned about Loughner’s
potential to exhibit dangerous behaviors. Why didn’t authorities arrest him?
a. Loughner’s therapist did not feel he posed a danger to others.
b. None of the local mental health facilities had space to house him
c. Loughner did not make any overt threats against anyone.
d. Loughner’s behavior was not considered odd in comparison to his peer group
ANSWER: c
8. When psychologists talk about modifying abnormal behavior to relieve mental distress, they are
referring to ____.
a. attempting to understand the underlying cause of that behavior
b. restricting the freedom of dangerous clients
c. attempting to anticipate the future behaviors of clients
d. using psychotherapy to improve client behavior
ANSWER: d
9. Which statement defines psychotherapy most accurately?
a. systematic intervention designed to alter behavior, emotion, or thought
b. the scientific study of abnormal behavior
c. a system of observing abnormal behavior in an attempt to classify it
d. the application of a theoretical model to explain the cause of abnormal behavior
ANSWER: a
10. A psychologist develops several activities for clients aimed at helping them become more self-
disciplined and feel more confident about trying new behaviors. This example illustrates ____.
a. how epidemiological work is done in the field
b. how psychotherapy may be seen as an attempt to modify behavior
c. the function of providing an explanation for abnormal behavior
d. the essential need for accurate psychodiagnosis
ANSWER: b
11. Clinical psychologists usually have which type of degree?
a. bachelor’s (B.S. or B.A.)
b. medical (M.D.)
c. doctorate (Ph.D. or Psy.D)
d. master’s (M.S., L.C.S.W., or M.S.W.)
ANSWER: c
12. Harold is a mental health professional who has a medical degree and prescribes antidepressants and
antipsychotic medication for his patients. After graduating from medical school, he completed a three-
year residency in his field. We can guess that Harold is a ____.
a. social worker
b. psychiatrist
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c. clinical psychologist
d. psychoanalyst
ANSWER: b
13. Linda, Jayne, and Sheryl all are called “doctors.” All are mental health professionals. However, Linda
has a Psy.D., Jayne has an M.D., and Sheryl has a D.S.W. We can assume that ____.
a. Sheryl is a psychiatrist
b. Linda is a social worker
c. Linda is a clinical psychologist
d. Jayne is a clinical psychologist
ANSWER: c
14. Psychiatrists must have an M.D.; clinical psychologists must have a Ph.D. or Psy.D., and psychiatric
social workers require ____.
a. a master’s (M.S.W.) degree
b. an M.D
c. only a bachelor’s (B.S.) degree
d. a Ph.D.
ANSWER: a
15. Johanna has specialized training and works with individuals who drink too much or take drugs
illegally. We can guess that Johanna is probably a ____.
a. substance abuse counselor
b. school psychologist
c. psychiatric social worker
d. psychiatrist
ANSWER: a
16. Isabel, who lives in Brazil, tells Dr. Paz that the spirits she sees of her dead grandparents are causing
her a great deal of anxiety, although they have motivated her to pursue a medical degree. If Dr. Paz
diagnoses her as having a psychological disorder, he will likely attribute it to which criterion?
a. deviance
b. distress
c. dangerousness
d. dysfunction
ANSWER: b
17. One strength in using the deviance factor in defining mental disorders is that it ____.
a. relies on statistical standards of defining abnormal behavior
b. stresses the attainment of realistic goals
c. examines how the individual views their own behavior
d. accounts for the complexity of behavior observed in people from different cultures
ANSWER: a
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18. A psychologist defined intellectual disability solely on the basis of how far from “normal” an
individual’s IQ score is. The criterion used in this example is ____.
a. abnormality
b. cultural relativism
c. cultural universality
d. deviance
ANSWER: d
19. Sam is at the mall. Suddenly he looks around and sees a man with wings flying in the air, when in
fact, there is no such man. Sam is likely experiencing ____.
a. a hallucination
b. a delusion
c. disorientation
d. dissociation
ANSWER: a
20. Suree is studying to be a clinical psychologist from an accredited program. She will learn that, with
respect to bias in diagnosing clients, ____.
a. even the most enlightened and well-intended mental health professionals may engage in race,
gender, and social class bias
b. psychologists are less likely than other mental health professionals to overpathologize clients
on the basis of race, gender, or social class
c. clinical psychologists receive better training than other mental health professionals for
recognizing their tendency to hold prejudicial attitudes toward clients
d. mental health professionals are more likely to hold prejudicial attitudes and biases against
males than against females
ANSWER: a
21. “You must understand the values and expectations of the society in which behavior occurs before you
decide that abnormality exists.” This quote best reflects which view of abnormality?
a. traditional
b. cultural relativism
c. epidemiological
d. cultural universality
ANSWER: b
22. Which of the following concepts assumes that certain mental disorders exist across cultures?
a. cultural universality
b. cultural relativism
c. cultural ubiquity
d. cultural diversity
ANSWER: a
23. The most fruitful approach to using multicultural criteria is to rely on ____.
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a. neither cultural universality nor cultural relativism
b. the cultural relativism approach
c. the cultural universality approach
d. some combination of cultural relativism and cultural universality
ANSWER: d
24. Early psychological research, such as that by Emil Kraepelin, supported which viewpoint about the
origins of abnormal behavior?
a. social
b. biological
c. psychological
d. psychopathological
ANSWER: b
25. Juanita visits a mental health center. She complains that her fatigue, anxiety, and inability to sleep
keep her from enjoying life. If her symptoms are considered a form of abnormal behavior, it is because
she is showing ____.
a. delusions and hallucinations
b. dysfunction
c. disorientation
d. deviation from the norm
ANSWER: b
26. Robert is experiencing symptoms of depression, including depressed mood, difficulty sleeping, and
feelings of intense guilt. As a result of these symptoms, Robert rarely leaves his bad or takes care of his
personal hygiene. Which of the following factors play a role in Robert’s psychopathology?
a. deviance, dangerousness, and dysfunction
b. distress, deviance, and dysfunction
c. dysfunction and distress
d. deviance and dangerousness
ANSWER: b
27. Sensory misperceptions, which may include hearing voices others do not hear or seeing things other
do not see, are called ____.
a. dysfunctions
b. disorientations
c. delusions
d. hallucinations
ANSWER: d
28. Mel took out a gun and threatened a fellow student, stating that they intended to kill him. Mel’s
statements illustrate ____.
a. delusions
b. disorientation
c. dangerousness
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d. hallucinations
ANSWER: c
29. Jack carries on conversations with creatures only he can see in a language that no one else can
understand. Jack says the creatures instruct him to crush insects that only Jack can see. Jack is most likely
experiencing ____.
a. delusions
b. discomfort
c. hallucinations
d. disorientation
ANSWER: c
30. During a diagnostic interview, a psychiatrist asks the client how he has been functioning in normal
social interactions. These questions are designed to assess levels of ____.
a. disorientation
b. discomfort
c. distress
d. dysfunction
ANSWER: c
31. One way to assess dysfunction is in terms of the discrepancy between ____.
a. thoughts and feelings
b. expectations and attitudes
c. cultural norms and actual behavior
d. role requirements and actual performance
ANSWER: d
32. Terrence, normally an energetic stay-at-home father of three small children, is suddenly unable to go
shopping, prepare meals, or even dress his children. Terrence’s behavior illustrates the practical definition
of abnormality called ____.
a. disorientation
b. discomfort
c. dysfunction
d. deviance
ANSWER: c
33. According to Thomas Szasz, ____.
a. mental illness is a fictional creation by society used to control and change people
b. the causes for most mental disorders will ultimately be found in brain pathology
c. individuals who are suffering from mental illnesses have biological diseases
d. medication is far superior to psychotherapy in reducing the suffering of individuals with
mental disorders
ANSWER: a
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34. A psychologist considers the importance of an individual’s background in determining abnormal
behavior. What is the psychologist considering?
a. cultural relativism
b. cultural universality
c. multipath
d. statistical deviance
ANSWER: a
35. The American Psychiatric Association has published a manual that is the most widely used
classification system of psychological disorders. What is this manual called?
a. International Classification of Diseases (ICD)
b. Physicians’ Desk Reference (PDR)
c. Psychodynamic Diagnostic Manual (PDM)
d. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)
ANSWER: d
36. Kunti, a Black slave who works on a Southern plantation in the 18th century, tries to escape to
freedom. A psychological diagnosis at that time would likely be that Kunti ____.
a. has a normal desire to be free
b. suffers from drapetomania
c. suffers from an anxiety disorder
d. is expressing a statistical anomaly
ANSWER: b
37. Thomas Szasz believes that ____.
a. unusual belief systems are not necessarily wrong
b. abnormal behavior reflects an illness
c. psychologists are better trained than other professionals to diagnose abnormality
d. people who have problems of living are suffering from mental illness
ANSWER: a
38. Dr. Karlin specializes in working with clients whose emotional problems interfere with their ability to
work effectively or to engage in meaningful relationships. She focuses on which criterion of abnormality?
a. distress
b. deviance
c. dangerousness
d. dysfunction
ANSWER: d
39. Consider the statement, “A behavior pattern in an individual that is associated with distress or
disability, and is not merely an expectable response to common stressors or losses.” This is most
consistent with the definition of abnormal behavior of ____.
a. humanistic psychologists
b. the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
c. cultural relativists
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d. the National Institute of Mental Health
ANSWER: b
40. Dr. Henry conducts an epidemiological study to assess the lifetime prevalence of schizophrenia in the
United States. Dr. Henry is assessing ____.
a. the percentage of people in the United States who suffer from schizophrenia
b. the number of people in the United States who have had schizophrenia within a certain period
of time
c. the total proportion of people in the United States who have ever suffered from schizophrenia
d. the age of onset for people in the United States who have schizophrenia
ANSWER: c
41. A researcher who investigates the specific periods of time when individuals have a particular disorder
is studying the ____ of the disorder.
a. incidence
b. prevalence
c. lifetime prevalence
d. criteria
ANSWER: b
42. Psychiatric epidemiology ____ our understanding of the factors that contribute to the occurrence of
specific mental disorders
a. restricts
b. does not affect
c. confuses
d. improves
ANSWER: d
43. Which statement about psychiatric disorders in the United States is accurate?
a. Depression and anxiety are more common in men than in women.
b. Compared to adults, a larger percentage of children have anxiety disorders.
c. Twenty-five percent of adults suffer from a diagnosable mental health disorder in a given
year.
d. Phobias are more common in the elderly than in the young.
ANSWER: c
44. Research shows that in the United States, adolescents suffer from which of the following conditions
more than other mental health issues?
a. anxiety disorders
b. schizophrenia
c. impulse control
d. personality disorders
ANSWER: a
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Notes
1- The file is chapter after chapter.
2- We have shown you few pages sample.
3- The file contains all Appendix and Excel
sheet if it exists.
4- We have all what you need, we make
update at every time. There are many
new editions waiting you.
5- If you think you purchased the wrong file
You can contact us at every time, we can
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Chapter 1
1. Which statement about the field of abnormal psychology is accurate?
a. Abnormal psychology seeks to describe, explain, predict, and modify unusual behaviors.
b. Abnormal psychology is not yet considered a scientific field of research.
c. Abnormal psychology focuses on the study of only the most bizarre behavior
d. Abnormal psychology is most interested in narrowing a disorder to one behavioral factor.
ANSWER: a
2. Symptoms of mental illness or abnormal behavior (psychopathology) come primarily from ____.
a. genetic factors
b. environmental factors
c. sociocultural factors
d. an interaction of many factors
ANSWER: d
3. Dr. Thompson is a mental health professional collecting information in order to describe and draw
inferences about an individual’s emotional distress. Dr. Thompson is engaged in the process of ____.
a. investigative therapy
b. predicting dangerousness
c. psychodiagnosis
d. experimental research
ANSWER: c
4. Dr. Kohn is a psychoanalyst, Dr. Edwards is a humanistic therapist, Dr. Peterson is a cognitive
behavioral therapist, and Dr. James is a Gestalt therapist. On which of the following factors are they most
likely to differ in terms of how they describe a client’s mental distress?
a. time of onset
b. etiology
c. diagnosis
d. prognosis
ANSWER: b
5. A psychologist states that “Juan’s abnormal behavior is likely due to a combination of biology and
inadequate interpersonal skills.” The psychologist is ____.
a. predicting the future symptoms of Juan
b. giving Juan a psychodiagnosis
c. offering an explanation for Juan’s difficulties
d. describing how to control Juan’s symptoms
ANSWER: c
6. Which statement regarding the prediction of abnormal behavior is most accurate?
a. People with deteriorating mental conditions can be functioning well.
b. Psychologists are not interested in predicting clients’ future behavior.
c. Prediction is unrelated to understanding the cause of abnormality.
d. Psychologists tend to underpredict future violence.
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ANSWER: a
7. College administrators suspended Lee Loughner after they became concerned about Loughner’s
potential to exhibit dangerous behaviors. Why didn’t authorities arrest him?
a. Loughner’s therapist did not feel he posed a danger to others.
b. None of the local mental health facilities had space to house him
c. Loughner did not make any overt threats against anyone.
d. Loughner’s behavior was not considered odd in comparison to his peer group
ANSWER: c
8. When psychologists talk about modifying abnormal behavior to relieve mental distress, they are
referring to ____.
a. attempting to understand the underlying cause of that behavior
b. restricting the freedom of dangerous clients
c. attempting to anticipate the future behaviors of clients
d. using psychotherapy to improve client behavior
ANSWER: d
9. Which statement defines psychotherapy most accurately?
a. systematic intervention designed to alter behavior, emotion, or thought
b. the scientific study of abnormal behavior
c. a system of observing abnormal behavior in an attempt to classify it
d. the application of a theoretical model to explain the cause of abnormal behavior
ANSWER: a
10. A psychologist develops several activities for clients aimed at helping them become more self-
disciplined and feel more confident about trying new behaviors. This example illustrates ____.
a. how epidemiological work is done in the field
b. how psychotherapy may be seen as an attempt to modify behavior
c. the function of providing an explanation for abnormal behavior
d. the essential need for accurate psychodiagnosis
ANSWER: b
11. Clinical psychologists usually have which type of degree?
a. bachelor’s (B.S. or B.A.)
b. medical (M.D.)
c. doctorate (Ph.D. or Psy.D)
d. master’s (M.S., L.C.S.W., or M.S.W.)
ANSWER: c
12. Harold is a mental health professional who has a medical degree and prescribes antidepressants and
antipsychotic medication for his patients. After graduating from medical school, he completed a three-
year residency in his field. We can guess that Harold is a ____.
a. social worker
b. psychiatrist
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c. clinical psychologist
d. psychoanalyst
ANSWER: b
13. Linda, Jayne, and Sheryl all are called “doctors.” All are mental health professionals. However, Linda
has a Psy.D., Jayne has an M.D., and Sheryl has a D.S.W. We can assume that ____.
a. Sheryl is a psychiatrist
b. Linda is a social worker
c. Linda is a clinical psychologist
d. Jayne is a clinical psychologist
ANSWER: c
14. Psychiatrists must have an M.D.; clinical psychologists must have a Ph.D. or Psy.D., and psychiatric
social workers require ____.
a. a master’s (M.S.W.) degree
b. an M.D
c. only a bachelor’s (B.S.) degree
d. a Ph.D.
ANSWER: a
15. Johanna has specialized training and works with individuals who drink too much or take drugs
illegally. We can guess that Johanna is probably a ____.
a. substance abuse counselor
b. school psychologist
c. psychiatric social worker
d. psychiatrist
ANSWER: a
16. Isabel, who lives in Brazil, tells Dr. Paz that the spirits she sees of her dead grandparents are causing
her a great deal of anxiety, although they have motivated her to pursue a medical degree. If Dr. Paz
diagnoses her as having a psychological disorder, he will likely attribute it to which criterion?
a. deviance
b. distress
c. dangerousness
d. dysfunction
ANSWER: b
17. One strength in using the deviance factor in defining mental disorders is that it ____.
a. relies on statistical standards of defining abnormal behavior
b. stresses the attainment of realistic goals
c. examines how the individual views their own behavior
d. accounts for the complexity of behavior observed in people from different cultures
ANSWER: a
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18. A psychologist defined intellectual disability solely on the basis of how far from “normal” an
individual’s IQ score is. The criterion used in this example is ____.
a. abnormality
b. cultural relativism
c. cultural universality
d. deviance
ANSWER: d
19. Sam is at the mall. Suddenly he looks around and sees a man with wings flying in the air, when in
fact, there is no such man. Sam is likely experiencing ____.
a. a hallucination
b. a delusion
c. disorientation
d. dissociation
ANSWER: a
20. Suree is studying to be a clinical psychologist from an accredited program. She will learn that, with
respect to bias in diagnosing clients, ____.
a. even the most enlightened and well-intended mental health professionals may engage in race,
gender, and social class bias
b. psychologists are less likely than other mental health professionals to overpathologize clients
on the basis of race, gender, or social class
c. clinical psychologists receive better training than other mental health professionals for
recognizing their tendency to hold prejudicial attitudes toward clients
d. mental health professionals are more likely to hold prejudicial attitudes and biases against
males than against females
ANSWER: a
21. “You must understand the values and expectations of the society in which behavior occurs before you
decide that abnormality exists.” This quote best reflects which view of abnormality?
a. traditional
b. cultural relativism
c. epidemiological
d. cultural universality
ANSWER: b
22. Which of the following concepts assumes that certain mental disorders exist across cultures?
a. cultural universality
b. cultural relativism
c. cultural ubiquity
d. cultural diversity
ANSWER: a
23. The most fruitful approach to using multicultural criteria is to rely on ____.
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a. neither cultural universality nor cultural relativism
b. the cultural relativism approach
c. the cultural universality approach
d. some combination of cultural relativism and cultural universality
ANSWER: d
24. Early psychological research, such as that by Emil Kraepelin, supported which viewpoint about the
origins of abnormal behavior?
a. social
b. biological
c. psychological
d. psychopathological
ANSWER: b
25. Juanita visits a mental health center. She complains that her fatigue, anxiety, and inability to sleep
keep her from enjoying life. If her symptoms are considered a form of abnormal behavior, it is because
she is showing ____.
a. delusions and hallucinations
b. dysfunction
c. disorientation
d. deviation from the norm
ANSWER: b
26. Robert is experiencing symptoms of depression, including depressed mood, difficulty sleeping, and
feelings of intense guilt. As a result of these symptoms, Robert rarely leaves his bad or takes care of his
personal hygiene. Which of the following factors play a role in Robert’s psychopathology?
a. deviance, dangerousness, and dysfunction
b. distress, deviance, and dysfunction
c. dysfunction and distress
d. deviance and dangerousness
ANSWER: b
27. Sensory misperceptions, which may include hearing voices others do not hear or seeing things other
do not see, are called ____.
a. dysfunctions
b. disorientations
c. delusions
d. hallucinations
ANSWER: d
28. Mel took out a gun and threatened a fellow student, stating that they intended to kill him. Mel’s
statements illustrate ____.
a. delusions
b. disorientation
c. dangerousness
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d. hallucinations
ANSWER: c
29. Jack carries on conversations with creatures only he can see in a language that no one else can
understand. Jack says the creatures instruct him to crush insects that only Jack can see. Jack is most likely
experiencing ____.
a. delusions
b. discomfort
c. hallucinations
d. disorientation
ANSWER: c
30. During a diagnostic interview, a psychiatrist asks the client how he has been functioning in normal
social interactions. These questions are designed to assess levels of ____.
a. disorientation
b. discomfort
c. distress
d. dysfunction
ANSWER: c
31. One way to assess dysfunction is in terms of the discrepancy between ____.
a. thoughts and feelings
b. expectations and attitudes
c. cultural norms and actual behavior
d. role requirements and actual performance
ANSWER: d
32. Terrence, normally an energetic stay-at-home father of three small children, is suddenly unable to go
shopping, prepare meals, or even dress his children. Terrence’s behavior illustrates the practical definition
of abnormality called ____.
a. disorientation
b. discomfort
c. dysfunction
d. deviance
ANSWER: c
33. According to Thomas Szasz, ____.
a. mental illness is a fictional creation by society used to control and change people
b. the causes for most mental disorders will ultimately be found in brain pathology
c. individuals who are suffering from mental illnesses have biological diseases
d. medication is far superior to psychotherapy in reducing the suffering of individuals with
mental disorders
ANSWER: a
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34. A psychologist considers the importance of an individual’s background in determining abnormal
behavior. What is the psychologist considering?
a. cultural relativism
b. cultural universality
c. multipath
d. statistical deviance
ANSWER: a
35. The American Psychiatric Association has published a manual that is the most widely used
classification system of psychological disorders. What is this manual called?
a. International Classification of Diseases (ICD)
b. Physicians’ Desk Reference (PDR)
c. Psychodynamic Diagnostic Manual (PDM)
d. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)
ANSWER: d
36. Kunti, a Black slave who works on a Southern plantation in the 18th century, tries to escape to
freedom. A psychological diagnosis at that time would likely be that Kunti ____.
a. has a normal desire to be free
b. suffers from drapetomania
c. suffers from an anxiety disorder
d. is expressing a statistical anomaly
ANSWER: b
37. Thomas Szasz believes that ____.
a. unusual belief systems are not necessarily wrong
b. abnormal behavior reflects an illness
c. psychologists are better trained than other professionals to diagnose abnormality
d. people who have problems of living are suffering from mental illness
ANSWER: a
38. Dr. Karlin specializes in working with clients whose emotional problems interfere with their ability to
work effectively or to engage in meaningful relationships. She focuses on which criterion of abnormality?
a. distress
b. deviance
c. dangerousness
d. dysfunction
ANSWER: d
39. Consider the statement, “A behavior pattern in an individual that is associated with distress or
disability, and is not merely an expectable response to common stressors or losses.” This is most
consistent with the definition of abnormal behavior of ____.
a. humanistic psychologists
b. the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
c. cultural relativists
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d. the National Institute of Mental Health
ANSWER: b
40. Dr. Henry conducts an epidemiological study to assess the lifetime prevalence of schizophrenia in the
United States. Dr. Henry is assessing ____.
a. the percentage of people in the United States who suffer from schizophrenia
b. the number of people in the United States who have had schizophrenia within a certain period
of time
c. the total proportion of people in the United States who have ever suffered from schizophrenia
d. the age of onset for people in the United States who have schizophrenia
ANSWER: c
41. A researcher who investigates the specific periods of time when individuals have a particular disorder
is studying the ____ of the disorder.
a. incidence
b. prevalence
c. lifetime prevalence
d. criteria
ANSWER: b
42. Psychiatric epidemiology ____ our understanding of the factors that contribute to the occurrence of
specific mental disorders
a. restricts
b. does not affect
c. confuses
d. improves
ANSWER: d
43. Which statement about psychiatric disorders in the United States is accurate?
a. Depression and anxiety are more common in men than in women.
b. Compared to adults, a larger percentage of children have anxiety disorders.
c. Twenty-five percent of adults suffer from a diagnosable mental health disorder in a given
year.
d. Phobias are more common in the elderly than in the young.
ANSWER: c
44. Research shows that in the United States, adolescents suffer from which of the following conditions
more than other mental health issues?
a. anxiety disorders
b. schizophrenia
c. impulse control
d. personality disorders
ANSWER: a
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