What does the study of the history of abnormal psychology reveal about theories of maladaptive behavior?
a) They are usually short-lived.
b) They have resurfaced over and over.
c) They exist independently of social mores.
d) They have become progressively more enlightened.
Question 2Which of the following are true of abnormal psychology?
a) Examines how society deals with people whom it considers to be
different from other people.
b) Investigates how it feels for people to be different
c) Deals with meanings that get attached to being different.
d) All are true of abnormal psychology.
Question 3By definition, all maladaptive behavior is considered to be
a) deviant.
b) pathological.
c) maladaptive.
d) nonproductive.
Question 4Jane is a psychologist who has practiced psychology for many years. People are intrigued by her work, and she has several offers for public appearances and lectures.
However, she has become annoyed at questions regarding the public's perception of abnormal behavior; especially the manner in which the media portrays the behavior. Jane has indicated that:
a) There is little, if anything, she can do to correct the public's perception of abnormal behavior.
b) She must meet the challenge to the field of abnormal psychology to correct the public's misperceptions regarding the nature of abnormal behavior.
c) She should consider teaching at the university level to relieve her stress.
d) Ethically she needs to work more with her patients to remove stigmas.
Question 5Mental health problems account for what percentage of disabling conditions?
a) 50
b) 30
c) 75
d) 25
Question 6The ability to think rationally, coping effectively, and showing stability and growth are factors of:
a) mental illness
b) a therapeutic relationship
c) abnormal psychology
d) None of the above.
Question 7Most of the behaviors studied by those with an interest in abnormal psychology are related to failures in
a) adaptation.
b) vulnerability.
c) stigmatization.
d) balancing hormone levels.
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