Exam 3: Classification and Assessment of Abnormal Behavior

In discussing his child's problem behaviors with a therapist, Fred is asked to review a checklist of more than 100 specific problem behaviors and place a check mark next to Each behavior that applies to his child. This checklist is known as a ______.

The DSM-5 is organized into _____ general categories of mental disorders.

Which of the following is true of computerized interview programs?

______ is a term used in a number of countries in North Africa and the Middle East to describe the ? experience of spirit possession.

A person whose behavior is significantly impaired immediately following the death of a loved one has a mental disorder.

Substance Use and Addictive Behaviors is a new category in the DSM-5 and includes _______.

Define the concept of "mental disorders" in the DSM system and explain how the diagnostic system adheres to the medical model.

Bert displays low affect, sad mood, and acts lethargic and despondent. He is pessimistic, apathetic, and worries constantly. He is most likely to score high on the ______ scale of the MMPI.

One criticism of the DSM-5's process of development was that the organizers solicited insufficient input from many leading researchers and scholars.

Spontaneity and conversational style are the major advantages of the ______ interview.

The Rorschach test is an example of a(n) ______ test.

A standard score of ______ or higher on a particular scale of the MMPI is considered to be clinically significant.

Which of the following is a source of controversy over the DSM-5?

Explain three approaches to demonstrating the validity of methods of assessment.

Validity issues exist for ________ of the DSM diagnostic categories.

Ralph is anxious, tense, and worried constantly. He is extremely insecure and has difficulty concentrating. He has tremendous self-doubts and is obsessive in his thinking and behavior. He is most likely to score high on the ______ scale of the MMPI.

Name three or more culture-bound syndromes and discuss their features.

The DSM is used to classify ______.

Behavioral diaries can help clients increase desirable, but low-frequency behaviors.

A culture-bound disorder characterized by a violent or aggressive outburst following a return to normal functioning is called ______.