Chap 1

Question 1

competence

Answer 1

The ability to successfully adapt in the environment

Question 2

developmental pathway

Answer 2

sequence and timing of particular behaviors

Question 3

equifinality

Answer 3

similar outcomes stem from different early experiences and developmental pathways

Question 4

multifinality

Answer 4

various outcomes may stem from similar beginnings

Question 5

externalizing problems

Answer 5

acting out, aggression, delinquent behavior

• anger
• tantrums
• trouble managing impulses
• Under controlled problems

Question 6

internalizing problems

Answer 6

anxiety, depression, somatic symptoms, withdrawn behavior

• over controlled problems
• headaches
• stomachaches
• internal issues

Question 7

protective factor

Answer 7

A personal or situational variables that mitigates the likelihood of a child developing a disorder
- Decrease the chance of a negative outcome

Question 8

risk factor

Answer 8

A variable that precedes a negative outcome of interest

- increases the chance of a negative outcome

Question 9

psychological disorder

Answer 9

Patterns of behavioral, cognitive, emotional, or physical symptoms linked with one or more of the following:

• distress
• disability
• increased risk for further suffering or harm
• culture and context matter

Question 10

resilience

Answer 10

The ability to fight off or recover from misfortune, adversity, stress, etc.
-Associated with strong self-confidence, coping skills, avoiding risk situations
-Connected to a “protective triad” of resources:
Strength of the child
Strength of the family
Strength of the school/community

Question 11

stigma

Answer 11

negative attitudes and beliefs that motivate fear, rejection, avoidance, and discrimination with respect to people with mental disorders