Question 1

Why do family systems theorists stress the importance of looking at the whole family as opposed to one individual's difficulties?

Accepted Answer

​This view is in line with our earlier discussion of underlying assumptions about children's abnormal development-relationships,not individual children or teens,are often the crucial focus.

Question 2

_____ theorists argue that a child's behavior can only be understood in terms of relationships with others.

Accepted Answer

A) Cognitive 
B) Behavioral 
C) Family systems 
D) Genetic 
A) Cognitive 
B) Behavioral 
C) Family systems 
D) Genetic C

Question 3

Distinguish between continuous and discontinuous patterns of behavior development.

Accepted Answer

Continuity implies that developmental changes are gradual and quantitative (i.e.,expressed as amounts that can be measured numerically,such as weight and height changes)and that future behavior patterns can be predicted from earlier patterns.Discontinuity,in contrast,implies that developmental changes are abrupt and qualitative (i.e.,expressed as qualities that cannot be measured numerically,such as changes in mood or expression)and that future behavior is poorly predicted by earlier patterns.​

Question 4

James often appears to be in a bad mood and he is easily frustrated when given challenging tasks.His temperament would be described as ____.

Accepted Answer

A) angry and intense 
B) negative affect or irritability 
C) fearful or inhibited 
D) positive affect and approach 
A) angry and intense 
B) negative affect or irritability 
C) fearful or inhibited 
D) positive affect and approach

Question 5

The failure to master or progress in accomplishing developmental milestones is referred to as a(n)____.

Accepted Answer

A) adaptational failure 
B) developmental disintegration 
C) discontinuity 
D) dysregulation 
A) adaptational failure 
B) developmental disintegration 
C) discontinuity 
D) dysregulation

Question 6

Which part of the brain is implicated in disorders affecting motor behavior?​

Accepted Answer

A) hypothalamus 
B) hindbrain 
C) basal ganglia 
D) limbic system 
A) hypothalamus 
B) hindbrain 
C) basal ganglia 
D) limbic system

Question 7

Which statement about neural development is false?​

Accepted Answer

A) Most developing axons reach their destination even before a baby is born. 
B) Synapses both proliferate and disappear in early childhood. 
C) Brain connections are relatively pre-determined and cannot be changed by the environment. 
D) Primitive areas of the brain develop first. 
A) Most developing axons reach their destination even before a baby is born. 
B) Synapses both proliferate and disappear in early childhood. 
C) Brain connections are relatively pre-determined and cannot be changed by the environment. 
D) Primitive areas of the brain develop first.

Question 8

Discuss the major functions of four major neurotransmitters in the brain and their implicated role in psychopathology.

Accepted Answer

Benzodiazepine-GABA reduces arousal and

Question 9

Which statement about our genetic makeup is false?​

Accepted Answer

A) Genes determine behavior. 
B) Genes are composed of DNA. 
C) Genes produce proteins. 
D) The expression of genes is influenced by the environment. 
A) Genes determine behavior. 
B) Genes are composed of DNA. 
C) Genes produce proteins. 
D) The expression of genes is influenced by the environment.

Question 10

Describe how sensitive periods can impact children's development.Can developmental change occur outside of these periods?​

Accepted Answer

​Because development is organized,sensit

Question 11

Which theoretical orientation best explains the various behaviors or disorders in childhood?

Accepted Answer

A) biological 
B) psychological 
C) family 
D) integrative 
A) biological 
B) psychological 
C) family 
D) integrative

Question 12

The glands located on top of the kidneys are important because they produce hormones that ____.

Accepted Answer

A) orchestrate the body's regulatory functions 
B) control the entire HPA axis 
C) energize us and prepare for possible threats in the environment 
D) allow our cellular functions to relax and rejuvenate 
A) orchestrate the body's regulatory functions 
B) control the entire HPA axis 
C) energize us and prepare for possible threats in the environment 
D) allow our cellular functions to relax and rejuvenate

Question 13

The _____ view of child development recognizes the importance of balancing the abilities of individuals with the challenges and risks of their environments.

Accepted Answer

A) health promotion 
B) family systems 
C) attachment 
D) psychopathological 
A) health promotion 
B) family systems 
C) attachment 
D) psychopathological

Question 14

The ____ gland oversees the body's regulatory functions by producing several hormones,including estrogen and testosterone.

Accepted Answer

A) pineal 
B) pituitary 
C) thyroid 
D) adrenal 
A) pineal 
B) pituitary 
C) thyroid 
D) adrenal

Question 15

The neurotransmitter implicated in regulatory problems,such as eating and sleep disorders,is ____.

Accepted Answer

A) norepinephrine 
B) serotonin 
C) benzodiazepine-GABA 
D) dopamine 
A) norepinephrine 
B) serotonin 
C) benzodiazepine-GABA 
D) dopamine

Question 16

Because development is ____,sensitive periods play a meaningful role in any discussion of normal and abnormal behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) disorganized 
B) organized 
C) hierarchical 
D) organized and hierarchical 
A) disorganized 
B) organized 
C) hierarchical 
D) organized and hierarchical

Question 17

Provide everyday examples of positive and negative reinforcement,extinction,and punishment.

Accepted Answer

​An example of positive reinforcement wo

Question 18

Which phrase describes the "slow-to-warm-up child",who is cautious in approaching novel or challenging situations?​

Accepted Answer

A) positive affect and approach 
B) fearful or inhibited 
C) negative affect or irritability 
D) adaptive with negative mood 
A) positive affect and approach 
B) fearful or inhibited 
C) negative affect or irritability 
D) adaptive with negative mood

Question 19

What is an underlying assumption with regard to abnormal child behavior?​

Accepted Answer

A) Abnormal development is solely determined by the child's genetic makeup. 
B) Abnormal development is solely determined by the child's environment. 
C) Abnormal development involves continuities and discontinuities. 
D) Abnormal development focuses on extreme or bizarre behavior. 
A) Abnormal development is solely determined by the child's genetic makeup. 
B) Abnormal development is solely determined by the child's environment. 
C) Abnormal development involves continuities and discontinuities. 
D) Abnormal development focuses on extreme or bizarre behavior.

Question 20

Isabella is 3 years old,and frequently demands attention,overreacts,and refuses to go to bed.These behaviors are considered ____.

Accepted Answer

A) common because of her age 
B) diagnosable as clinical disorders 
C) signs of an overly sensitive child 
D) early warning signs of future difficulties 
A) common because of her age 
B) diagnosable as clinical disorders 
C) signs of an overly sensitive child 
D) early warning signs of future difficulties

Why do family systems theorists stress the importance of looking at the whole family as opposed to one individual's difficulties?

_____ theorists argue that a child's behavior can only be understood in terms of relationships with others.

Distinguish between continuous and discontinuous patterns of behavior development.

James often appears to be in a bad mood and he is easily frustrated when given challenging tasks.His temperament would be described as ____.

The failure to master or progress in accomplishing developmental milestones is referred to as a(n)____.

Which part of the brain is implicated in disorders affecting motor behavior?

Which statement about neural development is false?

Discuss the major functions of four major neurotransmitters in the brain and their implicated role in psychopathology.

Which statement about our genetic makeup is false?

Describe how sensitive periods can impact children's development.Can developmental change occur outside of these periods?

Which theoretical orientation best explains the various behaviors or disorders in childhood?

The glands located on top of the kidneys are important because they produce hormones that ____.

The _____ view of child development recognizes the importance of balancing the abilities of individuals with the challenges and risks of their environments.

The ____ gland oversees the body's regulatory functions by producing several hormones,including estrogen and testosterone.

The neurotransmitter implicated in regulatory problems,such as eating and sleep disorders,is ____.

Because development is ____,sensitive periods play a meaningful role in any discussion of normal and abnormal behavior.

Provide everyday examples of positive and negative reinforcement,extinction,and punishment.

Which phrase describes the "slow-to-warm-up child",who is cautious in approaching novel or challenging situations?

What is an underlying assumption with regard to abnormal child behavior?

Isabella is 3 years old,and frequently demands attention,overreacts,and refuses to go to bed.These behaviors are considered ____.

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Exam 2: Theories-And-Causes

Why do family systems theorists stress the importance of looking at the whole family as opposed to one individual's difficulties?

_____ theorists argue that a child's behavior can only be understood in terms of relationships with others.

Distinguish between continuous and discontinuous patterns of behavior development.

James often appears to be in a bad mood and he is easily frustrated when given challenging tasks.His temperament would be described as ____.

The failure to master or progress in accomplishing developmental milestones is referred to as a(n)____.

Which part of the brain is implicated in disorders affecting motor behavior?​

Which statement about neural development is false?​

Discuss the major functions of four major neurotransmitters in the brain and their implicated role in psychopathology.

Which statement about our genetic makeup is false?​

Describe how sensitive periods can impact children's development.Can developmental change occur outside of these periods?​

Which theoretical orientation best explains the various behaviors or disorders in childhood?

The glands located on top of the kidneys are important because they produce hormones that ____.

The _____ view of child development recognizes the importance of balancing the abilities of individuals with the challenges and risks of their environments.

The ____ gland oversees the body's regulatory functions by producing several hormones,including estrogen and testosterone.

The neurotransmitter implicated in regulatory problems,such as eating and sleep disorders,is ____.

Because development is ____,sensitive periods play a meaningful role in any discussion of normal and abnormal behavior.

Provide everyday examples of positive and negative reinforcement,extinction,and punishment.

Which phrase describes the "slow-to-warm-up child",who is cautious in approaching novel or challenging situations?​

What is an underlying assumption with regard to abnormal child behavior?​

Isabella is 3 years old,and frequently demands attention,overreacts,and refuses to go to bed.These behaviors are considered ____.

Introduction-To-Normal-And-Abnormal-Behavior-In-Children-And-Adolescents

Research

Assessment-Diagnosis-And-Treatment

Intellectual-Disability-Intellectual-Developmental-Disorder-

Autism-Spectrum-Disorder-And-Childhood-Onset-Schizophrenia

Communication-And-Learning-Disorders

Attention-Deficit-Hyperactivity-Disorder-Adhd-

Conduct-Problems

Depressive-And-Bipolar-Disorders

Anxiety-And-Obsessive-Compulsive-Disorders

Trauma-And-Stressor-Related-Disorders

Health-Related-And-Substance-Use-Disorders

Feeding-And-Eating-Disorders-

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Which part of the brain is implicated in disorders affecting motor behavior?

Which statement about neural development is false?

Which statement about our genetic makeup is false?

Describe how sensitive periods can impact children's development.Can developmental change occur outside of these periods?

Which phrase describes the "slow-to-warm-up child",who is cautious in approaching novel or challenging situations?

What is an underlying assumption with regard to abnormal child behavior?