College administrators suspended Lee Loughner after they became concerned about Loughner's potential to commit dangerous behaviors. Why didn't authorities pursue a civil commitment?
a. Loughner's therapist did not feel he posed a danger to others.
b. None of the local mental health facilities had space to house him.
c. Loughner's behavior did not rise to the level of justifying a commitment.
d. Loughner's behavior was not considered odd in comparison to his peer group.
Question 2Sameroff (1993) stated that all life is characterized by disturbance that is overcome, and that only through disturbance can we advance and grow.. How does this statement further the understanding of developmental psychopathology?
a. It provides a basis for defining psychopathology in youth.
b. It normalizes the fact that most children can and do face challenges.
c. It creates a basis for understanding why we must provide funding for children's mental health.
d. It supports the fact that in order to overcome adversity all humans need support.
Question 3A psychologist states that Juan's abnormal behavior is likely due to a combination of biology and inadequate interpersonal skills.. The psychologist is ____.
a. predicting the future symptoms of Juan
b. giving Juan a psychodiagnosis
c. offering an explanation for Juan's problem
d. describing how to control Juan's symptoms
Question 4Dr. Vance works with all of his clients to identify their strengths and weaknesses and develops a plan for them to be able to function at the highest level possible. This is known as ________ adaptation.
a. adequate
b. foundational
c. superior
d. optimal
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