Test Bank for Abnormal Psychology 7th Edition Susan Nolen-Hoeksema, Brett Marroquín.pdf

Chapter 02 Theories and Treatment of Abnormality 1. Which of the following best defines a theory? A. A theory is a set of ideas that relate only to observed behaviors. B. A theory is a treatment, usually based on a phenomenon, which addresses those factors that cause the phenomenon. C. A theory is a set of ideas that bridges the gap between normal and abnormal behaviors. D. A theory is a set of ideas that provides a framework for asking questions about a phenomenon and for gathering and interpreting information about that phenomenon. Page: 24 Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation APA Outcome: 1.1 Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology. Bloom's: Remember Difficulty: Easy Learning Objective: Describe the scientific method Topic: Scientific Method 2. A _____ is a treatment, usually based on a theory of a phenomenon, that addresses those factors the theory says cause the phenomenon. A. practice B. modus operandi C. therapy D. hypothesis Page: 24 Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation APA Outcome: 1.1 Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology. Bloom's: Remember Difficulty: Easy Learning Objective: Explain how treatment is planned. Topic: Treatment 3. A psychologist who applies a sociocultural approach to anxiety disorders would: A. consider genetics as a likely explanation for anxiety. B. consider the way cultural values or the social environment affect anxiety. C. look for the causes of anxiety in people's beliefs, thought processes, life experiences, and relationships. D. explain anxiety by taking into account a person's unconscious desires. Page: 24 Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation APA Outcome: 2.5 Incorporate sociocultural factors in scientific inquiry. Bloom's: Remember Difficulty: Easy Learning Objective: Assess the theories of the sociocultural perspective and identify treatments. Topic: Anxiety Disorders Topic: Sociocultural Approach 4. Maria and her parents recently moved to a new state because her mother received a job transfer. Maria has had difficulty adjusting to her new school, and has been suffering from loss of appetite, irritability, and lack of interest in her usual activities. Assuming that Maria's behavior meets the criteria for abnormal behavior, which of the following approaches would best explain Maria's behavior? A. Psychological approach B. Nature approach C. Personal approach D. Biological approach Page: 36 Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation APA Outcome: 1.3 Describe applications of psychology. Bloom's: Apply Difficulty: Difficult Learning Objective: Compare and contrast the perspectiv of abnormal psychology. Topic: Psychological Perspective 5. Which of the following best describes the nature-nurture question of abnormality? A. The nature-nurture question relies heavily on biological perspectives to address abnormal behaviors. B. The nature-nurture question views abnormal behaviors exclusively from a sociological perspective. C. The nature-nurture question integrates biological, psychological, and social approaches to abnormal behaviors. D. The nature-nurture question supports the idea that psychological problems have must have a single cause Page: 24 Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation APA Outcome: 1.1 Describe key concepts, principles, and overarching themes in psychology. Bloom's: Understand Difficulty: Moderate Learning Objective: Compare and contrast the perspectiv of abnormal psychology. Topic: Nature vs. Nurture 6. Which of the following statements is true about the diathesis-stress model of the development of disorders? A. A biological, psychological, or social vulnerability combines with a biological, psychological, or social trigger, causing a disorder to manifes