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1
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Intelligence test have been developed so that they do not disadvantage certain groups

A reliable
B culture-fair
C paradigm-based
D policitically correct

A

B Culture fair

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Studies of families have found that most similar IQ scores found when comparing two individuals who are
A parents and offspring related
B same sex siblings
C identical twins
D fraternal twins

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Identical twins

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Which is not a component of the information processing theory
A emotion rating
B speed of processing
C knowledge base
D the ability to learn and apply mental strategies

A

Emotion processing

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Distinguish between validity and reliability.

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validity = how accurate a test is

reliability = the similarity of results if the test is repeated

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Identify which is not an approach od define normality
a) cognitive
b) situational
c) statistical
d) functional

A

a) cognitive

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The psychometric model of intelligence

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This explains intelligence through the use of factor analysis of the results of many different intelligence tests that have been completed by many different people

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Define Metacognition

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understanding use of the way a person thinks when solving problems, reasoning, planning and design making.

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Describe the interaction between environmental and genetic factors that influence intelligence.

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Intelligence is determined by the complex interaction and of heredity and the environment together they contribute roughly equally to a persons intellectual ability

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Serena Williams ha won 23 Grand Slam tennis titles. According to Gardners theory of multiple intelligences determine the type of intelligence Serena Williams shows.

A

bodily kinaesthetic

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Bill Gates founder of Microsoft, began writing computer programs in the 8th grade. According to Gardners theory of multiple intelligences, determine which type of intelligence Bill Gates demonstrates.
A bodily-kinaesthetic
B Naturalistic
C logical-mathematical
D linguistic

A

c logical-mathematical

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Identify which of the following is not a part of the notion of emotional intellegence
A general cognitive ability
B perceiving emotions
c understanding emotions
D managing emotions

A

General cognitive ability

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Identify who originally developed an intelligence test that eliminated intellectual progress according to age?
A David Welcher
B Lewis Terman
C Alfred Binet
D Howard Gardner

A

C Alfred Binet

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Howard Gardner developed the theory of Multiple intelligences. His major idea is that
A mathematical ability undertakes most forms of intellegence
B gifted people usually have multiple intelligences
C everyone is an individual and has there own gifts
D there are different forms of intelligence that largely independent of one another.

A

D there are different forms of intelligence that largely independent of one another.

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Identify Howard Gardners eight multiple intelligences

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bodily kinaesthetic interpersonal linguistic logical mathematical spatial musical intrapersonal naturalistic and existential

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What is the information-processing theory of intellegence?

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information processing theory was developed to explain how the human mind works. it focuses on understanding specific cognitive processes that underline intelligent behaviour, including describing and measuring processing speed, knowledge base and the ability to learn and apply mental strategies

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Identify 3 non cognitive factors that may influence intelligence tests and explain how these can influence intelligent tests

A

Standardisation, practice, fairness, motivation, reliability and validity.

VRM SPF

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Whats one advantage of WECHLSLER test being broken into different aspects of intelligence.

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This makes it possible for people to demonstrate their cognitive strengths and limitations a person might not perform well on one area of the test but perform extremely well on others.

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18
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Decide which of the following is a problem with the DSM5
a) classification is based on causes
b) classifications is based on symptoms
c) classifications is only based on behaviour
d) classifications is only based on emotions

A

b) classifications is based on symptoms

19
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identify which of the following features of criticism of classification system
a) the diagnosis of mental disorders is objective
b) diagnosis does not use pathology enough
c) Classification systems are unnecessary
d) establishing validity is difficult

A

c) Classification systems are unnecessary

20
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select the definition on maladaptive a) behaviour that we develop that assets us in our ability to relate to others and function on a daily basis

b) behaviour developed in childhood as a means of reducing anxiety that now interferes with daily functioning; for example throwing a tantrum.

c) function or dysfunctional strategies

d) a state of emotional and social distress

A

b) behaviour developed in childhood as a means of reducing anxiety that now interferes with daily functioning; for example throwing a tantrum.

21
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Identify the current version of the DSM
a) DSM-iii
b) DSM-iv
c) DSM-5
d) DSM-6

A

c) DSM-5

22
Q

Explain what mental health is?

A

Mental health is a state of emotional and social wellbeing where an individual can cope with the normal life stress and contribute to their community.

23
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differentiate between psychosis and neurosis?

A

psychosis implies a loss of contact with reality, whereas neurosis refers to non-psychotic disorders such as anxiety or depression where you have difficulties with thoughts and feelings but are still in touch with reality.

24
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identify three factors that influence the development of adaptive behaviours?

A

personality disposition, resilience, secure attachment, parental interest in education, happy and secure family environment, and financial security.

25
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what are the 8 steps of intervention in mental health

A

review -> clinical interview -> assessment of personality -> cognitive assessment -> neuropsychological assessment -> use DSM or ICD to diagnose the disorder -> design interventions -> implement treatments

26
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identify which of these is not experienced by people with OCD?
a) a need for everything to be clean or in a particular order
b) hallucinations or things that aren’t there
c) counting items or objects repetitively
d) fears about both their own safety and those close to them

A

b) hallucinations or things that aren’t there

27
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identify which model about the cause of anxiety disorders includes classical and operant conditioning
a) cognitive
b) psychoanalytical
c) behavioural
d) biological

A

c) behavioural

28
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identify which of the following is perceived biological cause of anxiety disorders
a) flight, right, freeze response
b) GABA and glutamate (neurotransmitters)
c) genetic predisposition and inherited vulnerabilities
d) all of the above

A

d) all of the above

29
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identify the most frequently diagnosed disorder, with approximately 10% of the population being at any one time.
a) anxiety disorders
b) personality disorders
c) psychotic disorders
d) mood disorders

A

a) anxiety disorders

30
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differentiate between mood disorders and personality disorders.

A

a mood disorder is a disorder that affects feelings of wellbeing, whereas a personality disorder is where an individual shows an unhealthy and rigid pattern of thinking, functioning and behaving.

31
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differentiate four symptoms needed for a diagnosis of major depressive disorder?

A

insomnia, appetite changes, loss or gain of weight, feelings of worthlessness, thoughts of suicide, difficulties concentrating, and loss of enjoyment.

32
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describe three symptoms of schizophrenia?

A

delusions, hallucinations, word sad, delusions of perception, delusions of grandeur.

33
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4 types of specific phobias

A

animal, situation, natural environment, blood injections/ injury

34
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describe how the cognitive model explains the cause of anxiety disorders

A

It examines how thought processes influence feelings and behaviours and the role distorted thinking plays in the development and maintenance of anxiety disorders

the model reflects the notion that anxious individuals are likely to interpret situations objects or activities as more dangerous than the average individual.

35
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Identify which of the following best defined as the use of drugs and medication to assist mental health

a) systematic therapy
b) psychodynamic therapy
c) psychotherapy
d) pharmacotherapy

A

d) pharmacotherapy

36
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Identify which of the following is the type of psychosurgery

a) Deep brain stimulation
b) electroconvulsive therapy
c) Cognitive behavioural therapy
d) pharmacotherapy

A

b) electroconvulsive therapy

37
Q

Identify which of the following is not involved in biopsychosocial model of depression:

a) Biological factors
b) psychological factors
c) behavioural factors
d) social/cultural factors

A

c) behavioural factors

38
Q

Identify which of the following is commonly referred to as the stress hormone

a) testosterone
b) oxytocin
c) cortisol
d) melatonin

A

c) cortisol

39
Q

identify which of the following is not a social predisposing factor of depression.

a) personality style
b) culture
c) occupation
d) social support

A

a) personality style

40
Q

Identify two risk factors and protective factors for an individual

A

risk factors: low self-esteem cognitive and emotional maturity difficulty in communicating medical illness and substance abuse.

protective factors: self-esteem confidence ability to solve problems and manage stress or adversity communication skills physical health and fitness.

41
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distinguish between risk factors and protective factors

A

Factors contribute to the likelihood of a person developing a mental disorder where as protective factors guard against the onset of a mental disorder.

42
Q

Define the placebo effect

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43
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The term “rumination” refers to what?

A

Repetitive thinking on negative feelings and distress and their causes and consequences.

44
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Identify what treatment would be best for managing rumination and explain why.

A

Cognitive behavioral therapy

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