Ch. 3 Classification and Assessment of Abnormal Behavior Flashcards
Each of the following is a reason it is important to classify abnormal behavior EXCEPT
a. ) It allows researchers to test the effectiveness of new medical treatment such as drugs
b. ) It allows mental health professionals to label people who engage in unpopular or different behaviors than the majority of a population
c. ) It helps clinicians predict future behavior
d. ) It helps researchers identify populations with similar patterns of abnormal behavior
B
Each of the following is considered an abnormal behavior pattern by the DSM system EXCEPT
a. ) Experiencing emotional distress
b. ) Engaging in behavior that is statistically deviant
c. ) Experiencing impaired functioning
d. ) Engaging in behavior that risks personal suffering, pain, or death
B
Kirsten’s father died 7 months ago and Kirsten continues to grieve. She is unable to function most days and decides to see a psychologist for help. Most likely, a psychologist would suggest that
a. ) Grieving is normal and Kirsten’s behavior is nothing to be concerned about
b. ) Kirsten’s extended grieving might be indicative of a mental disorder
c. ) Kirsten’s grieving is normal and she need not be concerned because she will continue to grieve until she naturally resolves her loss
d. ) Grieving is always a sign of a mental disorder
B
Which of the following is NOT true of the DSM system?
a. ) It treats abnormal behaviors as symptoms of underlying disorders
b. ) It assumes that abnormal behaviors result from biological causes
c. ) It does not subscribe to any single theory of abnormality
d. ) It considers impaired functioning as a criterion of abnormal behavior
B
A _____ is a pattern of abnormal behavior that is found within only one or a few cultures
a. ) Cultural assessment of functioning
b. ) Culture-bound syndrome
c. ) Cultural diversion complex
d. ) Sanism
B
If various diagnosticians using a diagnostic system arrive at the same diagnosis when they evaluate the same cases, the diagnostic system may be considered to be
a. ) Practical
b. ) Valid
c. ) Legitimate
d. ) Reliable
D
Which one of the following is a major development in the DSM-5 versus the DSM-4?
a. ) The axial system which breaks up classifications of abnormal behaviors into 5 different axes that in part have impact on abnormal behavior
b. ) The new DSM-5 is explanatory and not descriptive
c. ) The DSM-5 adopted a dimensional component in assessment and diagnosis
d. ) The new DSM-5 developed a categorical model of classification of abnormal behaviors.
C
True or false:
The DSM system does not subscribe to model of classification of abnormal behaviors
True
Today, the most sound test of the validity of a diagnostic system is usually its correspondence with
a. ) Behavioral observations
b. ) Maturational factors
c. ) Elementary school records
d. ) Treatment prognosis
A
True or false:
Content validity : criterion validity :: assessment technique correlates with independent external assessment of behavior : assessment represents the behaviors associated with the trait in question
False
Explanation: definitions are swapped
Interviews, psychological testing, self-report questionnaires, behavioral measures, and physiological measures are all used by clinicians as methods of
a. ) Assessment
b. ) Inquiry
c. ) Classification
d. ) Treatment
A
True or false:
Objective tests : subjective tests :: Rorschach : MMPI
False
Explanation:
Rorschach - projective
MMPI - objective
True or false
The MMPI is based on interpretation of unconscious processes.
False
Anthony has many physical complaints. He is cynical, has a defeatist attitude, and is seen by his family as whiny and demanding. He is most likely to score high on the ___ scale of the MMPI.
a. ) Social introversion
b. ) Psychasthenia
c. ) Paranoia
d. ) Hypochondriasis
D
Bert displays low affect, sad mood, and acts lethargic and despondent. He is pessimistic, apathetic, and worries constantly, he is most likely to score high on the ___ scale of the MMPI.
a. ) Hypochondriasis
b. ) Hypomania
c. ) Hysteria
d. ) Depression
D
