Psychology: Mental Health and Psychopathology

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What is psychopathology defined as?

  • A mental disorder that can be diagnosed and classified (correct)
  • A state of well-being that allows individuals to cope with normal stresses of life
  • A mastery of the environment and autonomy
  • A positive attitude towards self and accurate perception of reality

Why are ethnicity and aging important variables to consider in understanding mental health?

  • Because they influence the prevalence of mental disorders and access to health care (correct)
  • Because they are the only factors that affect mental health
  • Because they are the primary causes of mental disorders
  • Because they are irrelevant to mental health

What is the main role of biological forces in the Multidimensional Life-span Approach to Psychopathology?

  • To identify cultural differences in mental disorders
  • To diagnose mental disorders independently
  • To study the life-cycle factors of an individual
  • To provide clues about psychological difficulties through health problems (correct)

What is the primary benefit of using a multidimensional approach to assessment?

<p>It provides a comprehensive understanding of an individual's mental health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect of personal balance in the context of mental health?

<p>A balance between various aspects of an individual's life (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do normative changes in the psychological forces of the Multidimensional Life-span Approach to Psychopathology affect mental health?

<p>They can mimic mental disorders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors can influence the assessment of adults?

<p>Negative and positive biases, such as racial and age stereotypes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of psychophysiological assessments in mental health issues?

<p>To evaluate the physiological response to a mental health issue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of delirium?

<p>Rapid onset and fluctuating symptoms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM)?

<p>To identify symptoms of delirium (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common experience of family members who care for patients with dementia?

<p>Significant emotional and physical burden (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential intervention option for Alzheimer's disease?

<p>Behavioral strategies, such as spaced retrieval (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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