Aetiology

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Which perspective suggests that psychopathology is developed through psychological factors rather than solely physiological ones?

  • Cognitive-behavioral perspective
  • Psychodynamic perspective (correct)
  • Biomedical perspective
  • Psychosocial perspective

What do the four P's in the study of aetiology help understand?

  • The causes and treatment of abnormal behavior
  • The development and maintenance of mental health disorders (correct)
  • The broad social factors influencing behavior
  • The prevention of dysfunction

Which approach emphasizes the prevention of dysfunction and considers broad social factors?

  • Cognitive-behavioral perspective
  • Psychosocial perspective (correct)
  • Psychodynamic perspective
  • Biomedical perspective

What does the biomedical perspective focus on as causes of mental illnesses?

<p>Genetic predisposition and abnormalities in neurotransmitters (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which field of study focuses on the causes of disorders in psychology, psychiatry, and medicine?

<p>Aetiology (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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