Psychology Final Exam Study Guide
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What is the primary difference between a genetic predisposition and the diathesis-stress model of disorders?

  • A genetic predisposition is relevant to mood disorders, while the diathesis-stress model is used to explain anxiety disorders.
  • A genetic predisposition is a necessary but not sufficient cause of a disorder, while the diathesis-stress model suggests that stress can trigger a disorder in anyone.
  • A genetic predisposition only applies to anxiety disorders, while the diathesis-stress model is used to explain mood disorders.
  • A genetic predisposition is a guarantee of developing a disorder, while the diathesis-stress model suggests that a disorder will only occur with a triggering event. (correct)
  • What is the primary function of hierarchies in the treatment of OCD?

  • To provide a gradual exposure to anxiety-provoking stimuli. (correct)
  • To help individuals identify their obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
  • To provide a framework for understanding the evolutionary origins of OCD.
  • To diagnose the specific type of OCD an individual is experiencing.
  • According to the sociocultural perspective, what is the role of omega-3 in the development of mood disorders?

  • Omega-3 is only relevant to anxiety disorders, not mood disorders.
  • Omega-3 is a causal factor in the development of mood disorders.
  • Omega-3 deficiency can contribute to the development of mood disorders. (correct)
  • Omega-3 has no role in the development of mood disorders.
  • What is the primary difference between a specific phobia and social anxiety disorder?

    <p>Specific phobia is characterized by a fear of specific objects or situations, while social anxiety disorder is characterized by a fear of social situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of neurotransmitters in anxiety disorders and OCD?

    <p>Neurotransmitters play a role in the regulation of symptoms, but are not the primary cause of anxiety disorders and OCD.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between comorbidity and the co-occurrence of disorders?

    <p>Comorbidity refers to the simultaneous occurrence of two disorders, while co-occurrence refers to the occurrence of one disorder after the other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to psychologists, what should therapists do instead of searching for hidden causes of emotional problems?

    <p>Focus on behavioral modifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

    <p>Changing maladaptive thinking patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the manual used by mental health professionals to diagnose and classify mental disorders?

    <p>DSM-5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the negative attitudes and beliefs associated with mental illness?

    <p>Stigma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a persistent and excessive fear of a specific object, situation, or activity?

    <p>Phobia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a disorder characterized by symptoms that include flashbacks, avoidance behaviors, and changes in emotional reactivity?

    <p>Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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