Essentials of Abnormal Psychology 8th Edition Test bank/ Test bank for Essentials of Abnormal Psychology 8th Edition by V. Mark Durand

Essentials of Abnormal Psychology 8th Edition Test bank/ Test bank for Essentials of Abnormal Psychology 8th Edition by V. Mark Durand 1. According to the authors of your textbook, the definition of a psychological disorder is associated with a. stress. b. impairment in functioning. c. culturally expected responses. d. psychotic symptoms. 2. A psychological dysfunction refers to a. a breakdown in cognitive functioning. b. a breakdown in emotional functioning. c. a breakdown in behavioral functioning. d. all of these are correct 3. Regarding the definition of abnormality, it is correct to state that a. it is difficult to define “normal” and “abnormal.” b. abnormality depends solely on subjective distress. c. the definition is universal across cultures. d. the criteria differ depending on whether the individual has a psychological disorder or a psychological dysfunction. 4. The criterion that a particular behavior be atypical or not culturally expected is insufficient to define abnormality because a. behavior that occurs infrequently is considered abnormal in every culture. b. the atypical behavior must also cause harm or impairment to be considered abnormal. c. behaviors vary very little from one individual to another within each culture. d. many people behave in ways that deviate from the average, but this doesn’t mean that they have a disorder. 5. A new marine recruit at boot camp begins feeling sad and lonely. Although still able to go to classes and continue the basic training exercises, the recruit is feeling down much of the time and worries about what is happening.. Which part of the definition of abnormality applies to the recruit’s situation? a. Personal distress b. Cultural factors c. Impaired functioning d. Violation of societal norms lOMoAR cPSD| 6. Which of the following degrees is earned by a psychiatrist? a. Ph.D. b. Ed.D. c. M.D. d. Psy.D