Question 1

Which of the following best describes the main idea of the biopsychosocial model in explaining abnormal behavior?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal behavior is caused by a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors.

Question 2

Which paradigm focuses on the role of unconscious processes and divides the mind into the id, ego, and superego?

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamic paradigm

Question 3

A researcher finds a correlation coefficient $r = 0.85$ between stress and anxiety. Which of the following is a correct interpretation?

Accepted Answer

There is a strong positive relationship between stress and anxiety.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of negative reinforcement?

Accepted Answer

Taking away chores when a child gets good grades.

Question 5

According to systems theory, what does the concept of 'holism' imply?

Accepted Answer

The whole is more than the sum of its parts.

Question 6

Which defense mechanism involves attributing one’s own unacceptable thoughts to someone else?

Accepted Answer

Projection

Question 7

In classical conditioning, what is the conditioned stimulus (CS) in Pavlov’s dog experiment?

Accepted Answer

Bell

Question 8

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of equifinality in psychopathology?

Accepted Answer

Different people develop depression for different reasons.

Question 9

A child is bitten by a dog and later develops a fear of all dogs. According to the cognitive-behavioral paradigm, this is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Classical conditioning

Question 10

Which of the following is a limitation of using correlation to study abnormal behavior?

Accepted Answer

Correlation does not imply causation.

Question 11

Which paradigm is most likely to emphasize self-actualization and a positive view of human nature?

Accepted Answer

Humanistic paradigm

Question 12

A person who unconsciously blocks out memories of a traumatic event is using which defense mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Repression

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the diathesis-stress model?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal behavior results from the interaction of a predisposition and environmental stress.

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of positive punishment?

Accepted Answer

Giving a speeding ticket to a driver.

Question 15

Which historical figure is most closely associated with the development of behaviorism and the Little Albert experiment?

Accepted Answer

John B. Watson

Question 16

A psychologist argues that depression is best understood by considering genetic vulnerabilities, negative thinking patterns, and lack of social support. Which model is being used?

Accepted Answer

Biopsychosocial model

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of reciprocal causality?

Accepted Answer

A person’s anxiety increases their social withdrawal, which in turn increases their anxiety.

Question 18

Which of the following best describes reductionism?

Accepted Answer

Explaining complex phenomena by analyzing their simplest components.

Question 19

A child receives praise for sharing toys, which increases the likelihood of sharing in the future. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Positive reinforcement

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a Freudian defense mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Equifinality

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