Abnormal Psychology Theories
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What is the primary goal of examining the presumptions made by different theoretical systems in the field of psychology?

  • To develop a rigidly narrow definition of abnormal
  • To diminish the significance of empirical research in psychology
  • To gain a more concise understanding of what abnormal means (correct)
  • To promote a specific theoretical point of view in the DSM-5-TR
  • According to the biopsychosocial model, what three factors influence a person's mental health?

  • Philosophy, psychology, and biology
  • Biology, psychology, and social environment (correct)
  • Biology, psychology, and culture
  • Sociology, psychology, and anthropology
  • What is the primary function of the DSM-5-TR?

  • To provide treatment suggestions for mental health professionals
  • To provide a comprehensive definition of abnormal behavior
  • To adopt a specific theoretical point of view in psychology
  • To classify and diagnose mental health disorders (correct)
  • What is the outcome of examining the presumptions made by different theoretical systems in the field of psychology?

    <p>A general direction towards understanding abnormal behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of training in clinical psychology today?

    <p>The biopsychosocial model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between different theoretical systems in the field of psychology?

    <p>They exist on a range that operationalizes a concise definition of abnormal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of examining the presumptions made by different theoretical systems in the field of psychology?

    <p>It provides a nuanced understanding of abnormal behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of the process of examining the presumptions made by different theoretical systems in the field of psychology?

    <p>A general direction towards understanding abnormal behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the field of psychology?

    <p>Understanding the complexities of abnormal behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of empirical research in the field of psychology?

    <p>It offers theoretical suggestions for treatment and understanding of abnormal behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

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