Examining Abnormality

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Which of the following is NOT a criteria to determine if someone is mentally ill?

  • There are factors that could impact how prevalence inflates
  • The symptom alone is sufficient for diagnosis
  • The symptom must be present
  • The adjustment shifts our standards of abnormal (correct)

What problems could arise from Zell Kravinsky's violation of prioritizing his family over others?

  • He may struggle with valuing everyone the same
  • He may have difficulty making decisions
  • He may experience financial difficulties
  • He may face conflicts with his family members (correct)

What is confirmation bias?

  • The tendency to look for evidence that supports existing beliefs (correct)
  • The adjustment of standards of abnormal
  • The factors that impact prevalence inflation
  • The necessary presence of symptoms for diagnosis

What is diagnostic inflation?

<p>The adjustment of standards of abnormal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of asking for a prescription of Zoloft in relation to diagnostic inflation?

<p>It contributes to overdiagnosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a necessary criteria to determine if someone is mentally ill?

<p>The symptom must be present (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of diagnostic inflation?

<p>It contributes to overdiagnosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What problems could arise from Zell Kravinsky's violation of prioritizing his family over others?

<p>None of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sufficient criteria to determine if someone is mentally ill?

<p>The symptom alone is sufficient for diagnosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is confirmation bias?

<p>Both A and B (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to be abnormal in the context of mental illness?

<p>Existing on a spectrum (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What problems can arise from Zell Kravinsky's violation of prioritizing his family over others?

<p>Strained relationships with family members (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of diagnostic inflation on the prevalence of mental illness?

<p>It contributes to overdiagnosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is confirmation bias in the context of mental illness diagnosis?

<p>Only seeking evidence that supports existing beliefs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a necessary criterion to determine if someone is mentally ill?

<p>The individual's personal beliefs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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