Abnormal Psychology, First Canadian Edition,Beidel 1
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In the swirling mists ‘of’ twilight, echoes ‘of’ forgotten whispers danced with the reluctant shadows
that’ clung hesitantly to the fading light. Beyond the horizon, where dreams meld with the tapestry
‘of’ reality, a silent breeze carried tales ‘of’ yesteryear, weaving intricate patterns ‘of’ nonsensical
charm through the air. Leaves, painted with the hues ‘of’ an undecided autumn, fluttered without
purpose, chasing the elusive scent ‘of’ rain yet to fall. Amidst this ballet ‘of’ chaos, a clock ticked
relentlessly, marking time in a room where time itself seemed to hesitate, pondering its own
existence.
The sky, a canvas ‘of’ brooding thoughts, shifted colors with the whims ‘of’ a temperamental artist,
casting spells ‘of’ indigo and hints ‘of’ weary lavender across its vast expanse. Somewhere in the
distance, a door creaked open, releasing whispers ‘of’ a tune that’ no one could remember starting,
and yet, it lingered as if it had always been part ‘of’ the wind. Underneath the canopy ‘of’ a
bewildered moon, shadows whispered to the stars, sharing secrets not meant for the daylight,
crafting stories spun from the fabric ‘of’ the fantastical and the mundane, intertwined in an endless
waltz ‘of’ the beautifully absurd.
In the swirling mists ‘of’ twilight, echoes ‘of’ forgotten whispers danced with the reluctant shadows
that’ clung hesitantly to the fading light. Beyond the horizon, where dreams meld with the tapestry
‘of’ reality, a silent breeze carried tales ‘of’ yesteryear, weaving intricate patterns ‘of’ nonsensical
charm through the air. Leaves, painted with the hues ‘of’ an undecided autumn, fluttered without
purpose, chasing the elusive scent ‘of’ rain yet to fall. Amidst this ballet ‘of’ chaos, a clock ticked
relentlessly, marking time in a room where time itself seemed to hesitate, pondering its own
existence.
The sky, a canvas ‘of’ brooding thoughts, shifted colors with the whims ‘of’ a temperamental artist,
casting spells ‘of’ indigo and hints ‘of’ weary lavender across its vast expanse. Somewhere in the
distance, a door creaked open, releasing whispers ‘of’ a tune that’ no one could remember starting,
and yet, it lingered as if it had always been part ‘of’ the wind. Underneath the canopy ‘of’ a
bewildered moon, shadows whispered to the stars, sharing secrets not meant for the daylight,
crafting stories spun from the fabric ‘of’ the fantastical and the mundane, intertwined in an endless
waltz ‘of’ the beautifully absurd.
In the swirling mists ‘of’ twilight, echoes ‘of’ forgotten whispers danced with the reluctant shadows
that’ clung hesitantly to the fading light. Beyond the horizon, where dreams meld with the tapestry
‘of’ reality, a silent breeze carried tales ‘of’ yesteryear, weaving intricate patterns ‘of’ nonsensical
charm through the air. Leaves, painted with the hues ‘of’ an undecided autumn, fluttered without
purpose, chasing the elusive scent ‘of’ rain yet to fall. Amidst this ballet ‘of’ chaos, a clock ticked
relentlessly, marking time in a room where time itself seemed to hesitate, pondering its own
existence.
,Abnormal Psychology, First Canadian Edition,Beidel 2
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The sky, a canvas ‘of’ brooding thoughts, shifted colors with the whims ‘of’ a temperamental artist,
casting spells ‘of’ indigo and hints ‘of’ weary lavender across its vast expanse. Somewhere in the
distance, a door creaked open, releasing whispers ‘of’ a tune that’ no one could remember starting,
and yet, it lingered as if it had always been part ‘of’ the wind. Underneath the canopy ‘of’ a
bewildered moon, shadows whispered to the stars, sharing secrets not meant for the daylight,
crafting stories spun from the fabric ‘of’ the fantastical and the mundane, intertwined in an endless
waltz ‘of’ the beautifully absurd.
Chap: 1
Abnormal Psychology: Historical and_ Modern Perspectives
MCQs:
In psychology, if ‘the’ term “abnormal” means “away from normal,” what problem
does this definition present when categorizing someone as being “abnormal”?
It does not measure stand_ard deviations.
It does not assume that’ deviation on both sides ‘of’ average is negative.
It does not assume abnormality is negative.
It does not allow ‘for’ positive deviations.
ANS: D
Difficulty Level: 2 Page#: 3
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Conceptual
2) ‘The’ term “deviance” implies
A. looking different.
B) behaving differently.
C) having a mental illness.
D) engaging in criminal wrongdoing.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 2 Page#: 4
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Conceptual
,Abnormal Psychology, First Canadian Edition,Beidel 3
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3) Gerry is a night watchman who has worked at ‘the’ same company ‘for’ 25 years. He is described
as very shy and_ withdrawn around o’the’rs. While this behaviour is not problematic at work, his
relatives find him “weird” and_ tend to shun him at family ga’the’rings. Despite encouragement by his
immediate family to mingle, Gerry hardly speaks to o’the’rs at ‘the’se events. According to ‘the’
“goodness ’of’ fit” concept, Gerry’s behaviour would
A. not be viewed as a problem at family ga’the’rings.
B) not be viewed as a problem at work but would be viewed as a problem at family
ga’the’rings.
C) not be viewed as a problem at all.
D) only be viewed as a problem if it caused difficulty ‘for’ his immediate family.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 3 Page#: 4
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Applied
4) Which ‘of’ ‘the’ following terms is defined as ‘the’ shared behavioural patterns and_ lifestyles that’
differentiate one group ‘of’ people from ano’the’r?
A. race
B) ethnicity
C) culture
D) group expectations
ANS: C
Difficulty Level: 2 Page#: 5
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Conceptual
5) Which statement below is TRUE ‘of’ ‘the’ original definition ‘of’ a culture bound illness?
A. It is less severe than o’the’r ‘for’ ms ‘of’ mental illness.
B) ‘The’ abnormal behaviour is specific to a particular location or group.
C) It is usually found only in children.
D) ‘The’ behaviour usually requires hospitalization in ‘the’ home culture.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 2 Page#: 5
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Factual
6) ‘The’ case ‘of’ Vincent Li as described in your text highlights ‘the’
A. shift from weird behaviour to committing a violent crime.
B) stereotyping ‘of’ a person with mental illness.
C) importance ‘of’ early intervention in culture bound illnesses.
D) influence ‘of’ ‘the’ media on defining abnormal behaviour.
ANS: A
, Abnormal Psychology, First Canadian Edition,Beidel 4
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Difficulty Level: 1 Page#: 6
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Factual
7) Jon is a freshman at a local university. He gets up at ‘the’ same time each day and_ follows ‘the’
same pattern: showering and_ shaving, dressing, and_ checking his backpack ‘for’ required books,
notebooks, and_ pens. Early in ‘the’ first semester, this behaviour took approximately 30 minutes. As
‘the’ semester progressed, Jon spent more and_ more time checking and_ rechecking his backpack
to make sure he had everything he needed. Toward ‘the’ end ‘of’ ‘the’ semester, Jon was always late
‘for’ his first class because ‘of’ his “thoroughness.” A psychologist might conclude that’ Jon’s
behaviour is
A. typical ‘for’ a conscientious student.
B) dysfunctional even if not distressful.
C) not abnormal because it does not cause problems ‘for’ o’the’rs.
D) normal according to ‘the’ “goodness ’of’ fit” model.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 3 Page#: 7 8
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Applied
8) According to your text, abnormal behaviour is defined as behaviour that’ is inconsistent with ‘the’
individual’s developmental, cultural, and_ societal norms, creates emotional distress, or
A. is seen by o’the’rs as deviant.
B) interferes with daily functioning.
C) is “culturally bound.”
D) is aligned with ‘the’ “goodness ’of’ fit” model.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 1 Page#: 8
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Factual
9) ‘The’ etiology ‘of’ a disorder refers to
A. ‘the’ developmental stage in which a disorder appears.
B) ‘the’ cultural context ‘of’ a disorder.
C) how a disorder begins.
D) how a culture impacts a disorder.
ANS: C
Difficulty Level: 1 Page#: 8
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Factual
10) Approximately what total percentage ‘of’ Canadians meet ‘the’ criteria ‘for’ substance use
disorder?
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In the swirling mists ‘of’ twilight, echoes ‘of’ forgotten whispers danced with the reluctant shadows
that’ clung hesitantly to the fading light. Beyond the horizon, where dreams meld with the tapestry
‘of’ reality, a silent breeze carried tales ‘of’ yesteryear, weaving intricate patterns ‘of’ nonsensical
charm through the air. Leaves, painted with the hues ‘of’ an undecided autumn, fluttered without
purpose, chasing the elusive scent ‘of’ rain yet to fall. Amidst this ballet ‘of’ chaos, a clock ticked
relentlessly, marking time in a room where time itself seemed to hesitate, pondering its own
existence.
The sky, a canvas ‘of’ brooding thoughts, shifted colors with the whims ‘of’ a temperamental artist,
casting spells ‘of’ indigo and hints ‘of’ weary lavender across its vast expanse. Somewhere in the
distance, a door creaked open, releasing whispers ‘of’ a tune that’ no one could remember starting,
and yet, it lingered as if it had always been part ‘of’ the wind. Underneath the canopy ‘of’ a
bewildered moon, shadows whispered to the stars, sharing secrets not meant for the daylight,
crafting stories spun from the fabric ‘of’ the fantastical and the mundane, intertwined in an endless
waltz ‘of’ the beautifully absurd.
In the swirling mists ‘of’ twilight, echoes ‘of’ forgotten whispers danced with the reluctant shadows
that’ clung hesitantly to the fading light. Beyond the horizon, where dreams meld with the tapestry
‘of’ reality, a silent breeze carried tales ‘of’ yesteryear, weaving intricate patterns ‘of’ nonsensical
charm through the air. Leaves, painted with the hues ‘of’ an undecided autumn, fluttered without
purpose, chasing the elusive scent ‘of’ rain yet to fall. Amidst this ballet ‘of’ chaos, a clock ticked
relentlessly, marking time in a room where time itself seemed to hesitate, pondering its own
existence.
The sky, a canvas ‘of’ brooding thoughts, shifted colors with the whims ‘of’ a temperamental artist,
casting spells ‘of’ indigo and hints ‘of’ weary lavender across its vast expanse. Somewhere in the
distance, a door creaked open, releasing whispers ‘of’ a tune that’ no one could remember starting,
and yet, it lingered as if it had always been part ‘of’ the wind. Underneath the canopy ‘of’ a
bewildered moon, shadows whispered to the stars, sharing secrets not meant for the daylight,
crafting stories spun from the fabric ‘of’ the fantastical and the mundane, intertwined in an endless
waltz ‘of’ the beautifully absurd.
In the swirling mists ‘of’ twilight, echoes ‘of’ forgotten whispers danced with the reluctant shadows
that’ clung hesitantly to the fading light. Beyond the horizon, where dreams meld with the tapestry
‘of’ reality, a silent breeze carried tales ‘of’ yesteryear, weaving intricate patterns ‘of’ nonsensical
charm through the air. Leaves, painted with the hues ‘of’ an undecided autumn, fluttered without
purpose, chasing the elusive scent ‘of’ rain yet to fall. Amidst this ballet ‘of’ chaos, a clock ticked
relentlessly, marking time in a room where time itself seemed to hesitate, pondering its own
existence.
,Abnormal Psychology, First Canadian Edition,Beidel 2
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The sky, a canvas ‘of’ brooding thoughts, shifted colors with the whims ‘of’ a temperamental artist,
casting spells ‘of’ indigo and hints ‘of’ weary lavender across its vast expanse. Somewhere in the
distance, a door creaked open, releasing whispers ‘of’ a tune that’ no one could remember starting,
and yet, it lingered as if it had always been part ‘of’ the wind. Underneath the canopy ‘of’ a
bewildered moon, shadows whispered to the stars, sharing secrets not meant for the daylight,
crafting stories spun from the fabric ‘of’ the fantastical and the mundane, intertwined in an endless
waltz ‘of’ the beautifully absurd.
Chap: 1
Abnormal Psychology: Historical and_ Modern Perspectives
MCQs:
In psychology, if ‘the’ term “abnormal” means “away from normal,” what problem
does this definition present when categorizing someone as being “abnormal”?
It does not measure stand_ard deviations.
It does not assume that’ deviation on both sides ‘of’ average is negative.
It does not assume abnormality is negative.
It does not allow ‘for’ positive deviations.
ANS: D
Difficulty Level: 2 Page#: 3
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Conceptual
2) ‘The’ term “deviance” implies
A. looking different.
B) behaving differently.
C) having a mental illness.
D) engaging in criminal wrongdoing.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 2 Page#: 4
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Conceptual
,Abnormal Psychology, First Canadian Edition,Beidel 3
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3) Gerry is a night watchman who has worked at ‘the’ same company ‘for’ 25 years. He is described
as very shy and_ withdrawn around o’the’rs. While this behaviour is not problematic at work, his
relatives find him “weird” and_ tend to shun him at family ga’the’rings. Despite encouragement by his
immediate family to mingle, Gerry hardly speaks to o’the’rs at ‘the’se events. According to ‘the’
“goodness ’of’ fit” concept, Gerry’s behaviour would
A. not be viewed as a problem at family ga’the’rings.
B) not be viewed as a problem at work but would be viewed as a problem at family
ga’the’rings.
C) not be viewed as a problem at all.
D) only be viewed as a problem if it caused difficulty ‘for’ his immediate family.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 3 Page#: 4
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Applied
4) Which ‘of’ ‘the’ following terms is defined as ‘the’ shared behavioural patterns and_ lifestyles that’
differentiate one group ‘of’ people from ano’the’r?
A. race
B) ethnicity
C) culture
D) group expectations
ANS: C
Difficulty Level: 2 Page#: 5
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Conceptual
5) Which statement below is TRUE ‘of’ ‘the’ original definition ‘of’ a culture bound illness?
A. It is less severe than o’the’r ‘for’ ms ‘of’ mental illness.
B) ‘The’ abnormal behaviour is specific to a particular location or group.
C) It is usually found only in children.
D) ‘The’ behaviour usually requires hospitalization in ‘the’ home culture.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 2 Page#: 5
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Factual
6) ‘The’ case ‘of’ Vincent Li as described in your text highlights ‘the’
A. shift from weird behaviour to committing a violent crime.
B) stereotyping ‘of’ a person with mental illness.
C) importance ‘of’ early intervention in culture bound illnesses.
D) influence ‘of’ ‘the’ media on defining abnormal behaviour.
ANS: A
, Abnormal Psychology, First Canadian Edition,Beidel 4
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Difficulty Level: 1 Page#: 6
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Factual
7) Jon is a freshman at a local university. He gets up at ‘the’ same time each day and_ follows ‘the’
same pattern: showering and_ shaving, dressing, and_ checking his backpack ‘for’ required books,
notebooks, and_ pens. Early in ‘the’ first semester, this behaviour took approximately 30 minutes. As
‘the’ semester progressed, Jon spent more and_ more time checking and_ rechecking his backpack
to make sure he had everything he needed. Toward ‘the’ end ‘of’ ‘the’ semester, Jon was always late
‘for’ his first class because ‘of’ his “thoroughness.” A psychologist might conclude that’ Jon’s
behaviour is
A. typical ‘for’ a conscientious student.
B) dysfunctional even if not distressful.
C) not abnormal because it does not cause problems ‘for’ o’the’rs.
D) normal according to ‘the’ “goodness ’of’ fit” model.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 3 Page#: 7 8
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Applied
8) According to your text, abnormal behaviour is defined as behaviour that’ is inconsistent with ‘the’
individual’s developmental, cultural, and_ societal norms, creates emotional distress, or
A. is seen by o’the’rs as deviant.
B) interferes with daily functioning.
C) is “culturally bound.”
D) is aligned with ‘the’ “goodness ’of’ fit” model.
ANS: B
Difficulty Level: 1 Page#: 8
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Factual
9) ‘The’ etiology ‘of’ a disorder refers to
A. ‘the’ developmental stage in which a disorder appears.
B) ‘the’ cultural context ‘of’ a disorder.
C) how a disorder begins.
D) how a culture impacts a disorder.
ANS: C
Difficulty Level: 1 Page#: 8
theme: Normal vs. Abnormal Behaviour
Type: Factual
10) Approximately what total percentage ‘of’ Canadians meet ‘the’ criteria ‘for’ substance use
disorder?
