Textbook Qs

Question 1

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

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

Answer 1

B Culture fair

Question 2

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

Answer 2

Identical twins

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Emotion processing

Question 4

Distinguish between validity and reliability.

Answer 4

validity = how accurate a test is

reliability = the similarity of results if the test is repeated

Question 5

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

Answer 5

a) cognitive

Question 6

The psychometric model of intelligence

Answer 6

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

Question 7

Define Metacognition

Answer 7

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

Question 8

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

Answer 8

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

Question 9

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

Answer 9

bodily kinaesthetic

Question 10

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

Answer 10

c logical-mathematical

Question 11

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

Answer 11

General cognitive ability

Question 12

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

Answer 12

C Alfred Binet

Question 13

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.

Answer 13

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

Question 14

Identify Howard Gardners eight multiple intelligences

Answer 14

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

Question 15

What is the information-processing theory of intellegence?

Answer 15

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

Question 16

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

Answer 16

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

VRM SPF

Question 17

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

Answer 17

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.

Question 18

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

Answer 18

b) classifications is based on symptoms

Question 19

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

Answer 19

c) Classification systems are unnecessary

Question 20

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

Answer 20

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

Question 21

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

Answer 21

c) DSM-5

Question 22

Explain what mental health is?

Answer 22

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.

Question 23

differentiate between psychosis and neurosis?

Answer 23

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.

Question 24

identify three factors that influence the development of adaptive behaviours?

Answer 24

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

Question 25

what are the 8 steps of intervention in mental health

Answer 25

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

Question 26

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

Answer 26

b) hallucinations or things that aren't there

Question 27

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

Answer 27

c) behavioural

Question 28

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

Answer 28

d) all of the above

Question 29

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

Answer 29

a) anxiety disorders

Question 30

differentiate between mood disorders and personality disorders.

Answer 30

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.

Question 31

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

Answer 31

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

Question 32

describe three symptoms of schizophrenia?

Answer 32

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

Question 33

4 types of specific phobias

Answer 33

animal, situation, natural environment, blood injections/ injury

Question 34

describe how the cognitive model explains the cause of anxiety disorders

Answer 34

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.

Question 35

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

Answer 35

d) pharmacotherapy

Question 36

Identify which of the following is the type of psychosurgery a) Deep brain stimulation b) electroconvulsive therapy c) Cognitive behavioural therapy d) pharmacotherapy

Answer 36

b) electroconvulsive therapy

Question 37

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

Answer 37

c) behavioural factors

Question 38

Identify which of the following is commonly referred to as the stress hormone a) testosterone b) oxytocin c) cortisol d) melatonin

Answer 38

c) cortisol

Question 39

identify which of the following is not a social predisposing factor of depression. a) personality style b) culture c) occupation d) social support

Answer 39

a) personality style

Question 40

Identify two risk factors and protective factors for an individual

Answer 40

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.

Question 41

distinguish between risk factors and protective factors

Answer 41

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

Question 42

Define the placebo effect

Question 43

The term "rumination" refers to what?

Answer 43

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

Question 44

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

Answer 44

Cognitive behavioral therapy