Because behavior checklists and ratings scales are uniformly objective and reliable based on statistical studies, they are preferred techniques for diagnosing EBD.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Question 2...The suspected biochemical cause of schizophrenia in the single neurotransmitter hypothesis was related to abnormal levels of:
A. Serotonin. B. Dopamine. C. Phenothiazine. D. Salicylate. E. Mellaril.
Question 3...Studies have consistently shown that autistic children have abnormally high levels of the neurotransmitter:
A. Serotonin in the CNS (central nervous system). B. Dopamine in the CNS. C. Epinephrine in the CNS. D. Serotonin in the PNS (peripheral nervous system). E. Adrenaline in the PNS.
Question 4...Research on biological causes of disturbance include studies related to all of the following factors except:
A. Severely impaired populations such as schizophrenics.
B. Temperament and heritability.
C. Genetics.
D. Neurology.
E. Biochemical processes.
Question 5...The biophysical model views the bases of disturbed behavior as:
A. Dependent upon environmental triggers to activate dormant biological states.
B. Inner conflict, anxiety, and guilt.
C. Physiological factors mediated by environmental influences.
D. The many systems within which individuals operate.
E. Family variables and early experiences
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