Module 2: Research Methods Flashcards
There has been two main streams of thought concerning mental disorders, those focusing on ____________ aspects and those focusing on ________________ influences.
biological; environmental
Two levels of theories:
- Single-factor explanation
2. Interactionist explanation
Single-factor explanation
Attempts to trace the origins of a particular disorder to one factor
Interactionist explanation
View behaviour as the product of the interaction of a variety of factors
Scientific theories are valuable because they embody 3 essential features:
- They integrate what is currently known
- Make new testable predictions
- Can reject alternative explanations
________ is one of the largest barriers to individuals seeking treatment
Stigma
Lack of _______ _______ is a factor leading to dysfunction
social support
The resilience approach reflects the complexity of the interactionist explanations that view behaviour by focusing on many ________ and ___________ factors
risk; protective
Cumulative risk
The more risk factors that are present, the more vulnerable a person is to mental disorders
A psychological assessment usually leads to a _________
diagnosis
What does a biological assessment entail?
Brain imaging techniques and physical examinations
What does a neurological assessment entail?
Screening tools (i.e., cognitive test)
What does a psychological assessment entail?
Interviews (i.e., clinical interview)
What does an intelligence assessment entail?
Intelligence tests that measure IQ
Of all psychological traits, _____shows the most stability
IQ
