Test Bank to Accompany Essentials of Abnormal Psychology, Durand,8e

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.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Easy
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.2.b - Recognize major historical events, theoretical perspectives,
CTIVES: and figures in psychology and their link to trends in contemporary research
TOPICS: What is a Psychological Disorder?
OTHER: TYPE: Factual

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
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.1a - Identify basic biological, psychological, and social
CTIVES: components of behavioral explanations (e.g., inferences, observations, operational
definitions, interpretation)
OTHER: TYPE: Factual
NOTES: NEW

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.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Easy
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.1a - Identify basic biological, psychological, and social
CTIVES: components of behavioral explanations (e.g., inferences, observations, operational
definitions, interpretation)
OTHER: TYPE: Conceptual

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,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.
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Difficult
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.2.b - Recognize major historical events, theoretical perspectives,
CTIVES: and figures in psychology and their link to trends in contemporary research
TOPICS: What is a Psychological Disorder?
OTHER: TYPE: Conceptual

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
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.1a - Identify basic biological, psychological, and social
CTIVES: components of behavioral explanations (e.g., inferences, observations, operational
definitions, interpretation)
TOPICS: What Is a Psychological Disorder?
OTHER: TYPE: Applied

6. Which of the following degrees is earned by a psychiatrist?
a. Ph.D.
b. Ed.D.
c. M.D.
d. Psy.D.
ANSWER: c
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Easy
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.2.b - Recognize major historical events, theoretical perspectives,
CTIVES: and figures in psychology and their link to trends in contemporary research
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,TOPICS: What is a Psychological Disorder?
OTHER: TYPE: Factual

7. Ozzy Manson is a male rocker who wears outlandish makeup and women’s clothing when performing on
stage. This behavior is considered
a. more abnormal than that of an accountant who starts to do so because rockstars are supposed to be
very masculine.
b. less abnormal than that of an accountant who starts to do so because it is consistent with his
professional success.
c. more abnormal than that of an accountant who starts to do so because its less common to see a
rockstar in makeup.
d. just as abnormal as that of an accountant who starts to do so because abnormality is defined by the
individual himself.
ANSWER: b
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.1a - Identify basic biological, psychological, and social
CTIVES: components of behavioral explanations (e.g., inferences, observations, operational
definitions, interpretation)
TOPICS: What Is a Psychological Disorder?
OTHER: TYPE: Applied
NOTES: NEW

8. The prototype of a disorder reflects ________ as described in DSM-5.
a. its history and prognosis
b. its biological underpinnings
c. The causes of pathology
d. the “typical” profile and diagnostic criteria
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.1a - Identify basic biological, psychological, and social
CTIVES: components of behavioral explanations (e.g., inferences, observations, operational
definitions, interpretation)
TOPICS: What Is a Psychological Disorder?
OTHER: TYPE: Conceptual

9. The scientific study of psychological disorders is called
a. psychopathology.
b. psychoanalysis.
c. pseudoscience.
d. parapsychology.
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, ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Easy
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.1a - Identify basic biological, psychological, and social
CTIVES: components of behavioral explanations (e.g., inferences, observations, operational
definitions, interpretation)
TOPICS: The Science of Psychopathology
OTHER: TYPE: Factual

10. Dr. Smith is interested in how separation anxiety changes over time from childhood to adolescence in the
general population. What is his main field of study?
a. Oedipal theory
b. Behaviorism
c. Child psychopathology
d. Developmental psychology
ANSWER: d
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.1a - Identify basic biological, psychological, and social
CTIVES: components of behavioral explanations (e.g., inferences, observations, operational
definitions, interpretation)
TOPICS: The Science of Psychopathology
OTHER: TYPE: Conceptual

11. All of the following are ways in which mental health professionals might function as scientist-practitioners
EXCEPT
a. analyzing their own motivations and reasons for helping people with psychological problems.
b. evaluating their own assessments and treatments for effectiveness.
c. conducting research leading to new information about mental disorders and their treatments.
d. using the most current diagnostic and treatment procedures.
ANSWER: a
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
REFERENCES: Understanding Psychopathology
LEARNING OBJE ABNO.DURA.19.APA1.1a - Identify basic biological, psychological, and social
CTIVES: components of behavioral explanations (e.g., inferences, observations, operational
definitions, interpretation)
TOPICS: The Science of Psychopathology
OTHER: TYPE: Factual

12. Tameka, having earned her master’s degree, has begun treating disorders and concentrating on family
problems. Tameka is probably a(n)
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