Question 1

Pedigree studies are initiated when an individual presents a particular trait. Relatives are then assessed to see if they have the same trait.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The theoretical positions discussed in the text are used and researched today, but each theory was a reaction to a situation existing at the time of its proposal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

How does L-dopa help people with Parkinson's disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  acts as a tranquilizer 
B)  causes a genetic mutation 
C)  corrects a neurochemical deficiency 
D)  changes electrical activity in the brain 
A)  acts as a tranquilizer 
B)  causes a genetic mutation 
C)  corrects a neurochemical deficiency 
D)  changes electrical activity in the brain

Question 4

Sigmund Freud believed that some things remain unconscious because they are associated with

Accepted Answer

A)  brain abnormalities. 
B)  existential freedom. 
C)  intrapsychic conflict. 
D)  psychic determinism. 
A)  brain abnormalities. 
B)  existential freedom. 
C)  intrapsychic conflict. 
D)  psychic determinism.

Question 5

An expert was invited to campus to discuss current research on population genetics. During the question and answer period, he was asked to comment on the importance of population genetics. What is he likely to say?

Accepted Answer

A)  "It provides tools to control overpopulation." 
B)  "It allows researchers to map the karyotype." 
C)  "It is used to predict the occurrence of disorders." 
D)  "It is helpful in protecting species that are close to extinction." 
A)  "It provides tools to control overpopulation." 
B)  "It allows researchers to map the karyotype." 
C)  "It is used to predict the occurrence of disorders." 
D)  "It is helpful in protecting species that are close to extinction."

Question 6

Which psychologist is known for studying modeling?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ivan Pavlov 
B)  B. F. Skinner 
C)  Albert Bandura 
D)  John B. Watson 
A)  Ivan Pavlov 
B)  B. F. Skinner 
C)  Albert Bandura 
D)  John B. Watson

Question 7

Which theorist was interested in the capacity to achieve mastery, creativity, and developed ego psychology:

Accepted Answer

A)  Melanie Klien 
B)  Heinz Kohut 
C)  Carl Jung 
D)  Erik Erikson 
A)  Melanie Klien 
B)  Heinz Kohut 
C)  Carl Jung 
D)  Erik Erikson

Question 8

Obtaining information about genetic vulnerability will not significantly increase the number of psychological questions regarding this issue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A karyotype is a map of

Accepted Answer

A)  genes 
B)  chromosomes 
C)  amino acids on DNA 
D)  the double helix of DNA and RNA 
A)  genes 
B)  chromosomes 
C)  amino acids on DNA 
D)  the double helix of DNA and RNA

Question 10

The community-cultural perspective has produced new approaches to maladaptive behavior, and has aided in reaching populations whose psychological needs were often ignored.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

An explosion at an industrial plant caused a piece of metal to be shot through the skull of one of the workers who was immediately taken to the emergency room. He was in great pain, but awake and able to speak to the emergency room staff. Despite the severe nature of the injury, it is not life threatening. In fact, the injury is remarkably similar to injuries suffered by Phineas Gage. Based on this case, what would you tell the man's family about the outcome they might expect?

Accepted Answer

A)  He will have difficulty with his sense of vision. 
B)  He will have problems with short-term memory. 
C)  He will exhibit a heightened degree of emotional instability. 
D)  He will develop symptoms similar to those found in schizophrenia. 
A)  He will have difficulty with his sense of vision. 
B)  He will have problems with short-term memory. 
C)  He will exhibit a heightened degree of emotional instability. 
D)  He will develop symptoms similar to those found in schizophrenia.

Question 12

Research has demonstrated that few dimensions of behavior are immune to the effects of genetic factors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What are the main differences between the Freud's and Erikson's perspectives?

Accepted Answer

Freud emphasized the id, described psych

Question 14

Which perspective emphasizes how people acquire, interpret, and use information to solve problems?

Accepted Answer

A)  cognitive 
B)  humanistic 
C)  behavioral 
D)  psychodynamic 
A)  cognitive 
B)  humanistic 
C)  behavioral 
D)  psychodynamic

Question 15

What was the first neuroimaging technique used to study abnormal behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 
B)  computerized axial tomography (CT) 
C)  positron emission tomography (PET) 
D)  magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) 
A)  magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 
B)  computerized axial tomography (CT) 
C)  positron emission tomography (PET) 
D)  magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS)

Question 16

In Freudian theory, defense mechanisms are strategies people use in order to

Accepted Answer

A)  protect the libido. 
B)  insure that the id rules the ego. 
C)  make unconscious material conscious. 
D)  protect against unacceptable impulses. 
A)  protect the libido. 
B)  insure that the id rules the ego. 
C)  make unconscious material conscious. 
D)  protect against unacceptable impulses.

Question 17

What is the gap between two nerve cells?

Accepted Answer

A)  axon 
B)  dendrite 
C)  synapse 
D)  neurotransmitter 
A)  axon 
B)  dendrite 
C)  synapse 
D)  neurotransmitter

Question 18

What does an electroencephalogram (EEG) measure?

Accepted Answer

A)  motor movement 
B)  activity of brain cells 
C)  size of the cerebral cortex 
D)  neurotransmitters in the synapse 
A)  motor movement 
B)  activity of brain cells 
C)  size of the cerebral cortex 
D)  neurotransmitters in the synapse

Question 19

Which Freudian structure is described as an unorganized reservoir of psychic energy?

Accepted Answer

A)  id 
B)  ego 
C)  phallic 
D)  superego 
A)  id 
B)  ego 
C)  phallic 
D)  superego

Pedigree studies are initiated when an individual presents a particular trait. Relatives are then assessed to see if they have the same trait.

The theoretical positions discussed in the text are used and researched today, but each theory was a reaction to a situation existing at the time of its proposal.

How does L-dopa help people with Parkinson's disease?

Sigmund Freud believed that some things remain unconscious because they are associated with

An expert was invited to campus to discuss current research on population genetics. During the question and answer period, he was asked to comment on the importance of population genetics. What is he likely to say?

Which psychologist is known for studying modeling?

Which theorist was interested in the capacity to achieve mastery, creativity, and developed ego psychology:

Obtaining information about genetic vulnerability will not significantly increase the number of psychological questions regarding this issue.

A karyotype is a map of

The community-cultural perspective has produced new approaches to maladaptive behavior, and has aided in reaching populations whose psychological needs were often ignored.

Research has demonstrated that few dimensions of behavior are immune to the effects of genetic factors.

What are the main differences between the Freud's and Erikson's perspectives?

Which perspective emphasizes how people acquire, interpret, and use information to solve problems?

What was the first neuroimaging technique used to study abnormal behavior?

In Freudian theory, defense mechanisms are strategies people use in order to

What is the gap between two nerve cells?

What does an electroencephalogram (EEG) measure?

Which Freudian structure is described as an unorganized reservoir of psychic energy?

Introduction

The Therapeutic Enterprise: Choices, Techniques, Evaluation

Classification and Assessment

Stress, Coping, and Maladaptive Behavior

Bodily Maladaptions: Eating, Sleeping, and Psychophysiological Disorders

Disorders of Bodily Preoccupation

Anxiety Disorders

Sexual Variations and Disorders

Personality Disorders

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders

Cognitive Impairment Disorders

Substance-Related Disorders

Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Pervasive Developmental Disorders and Mental Retardation

Societys Response to Maladaptive Behavior

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Exam 2: Theoretical Perspectives on Maladaptive Behavior

Pedigree studies are initiated when an individual presents a particular trait. Relatives are then assessed to see if they have the same trait.

The theoretical positions discussed in the text are used and researched today, but each theory was a reaction to a situation existing at the time of its proposal.

How does L-dopa help people with Parkinson's disease?

Sigmund Freud believed that some things remain unconscious because they are associated with

An expert was invited to campus to discuss current research on population genetics. During the question and answer period, he was asked to comment on the importance of population genetics. What is he likely to say?

Which psychologist is known for studying modeling?

Which theorist was interested in the capacity to achieve mastery, creativity, and developed ego psychology:

Obtaining information about genetic vulnerability will not significantly increase the number of psychological questions regarding this issue.

A karyotype is a map of

The community-cultural perspective has produced new approaches to maladaptive behavior, and has aided in reaching populations whose psychological needs were often ignored.

Research has demonstrated that few dimensions of behavior are immune to the effects of genetic factors.

What are the main differences between the Freud's and Erikson's perspectives?

Which perspective emphasizes how people acquire, interpret, and use information to solve problems?

What was the first neuroimaging technique used to study abnormal behavior?

In Freudian theory, defense mechanisms are strategies people use in order to

What is the gap between two nerve cells?

What does an electroencephalogram (EEG) measure?

Which Freudian structure is described as an unorganized reservoir of psychic energy?

Introduction

The Therapeutic Enterprise: Choices, Techniques, Evaluation

Classification and Assessment

Stress, Coping, and Maladaptive Behavior

Bodily Maladaptions: Eating, Sleeping, and Psychophysiological Disorders

Disorders of Bodily Preoccupation

Anxiety Disorders

Sexual Variations and Disorders

Personality Disorders

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders

Cognitive Impairment Disorders

Substance-Related Disorders

Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Pervasive Developmental Disorders and Mental Retardation

Societys Response to Maladaptive Behavior

Filters