Exam 2: Current Paradigms in Psychopathology

A major current challenge for researchers within the genetic paradigm is to show the mechanism by which

The cerebellum is crucial for

When people are faced with threat,the hypothalamus releases __________,which then communicates with the pituitary gland.

Newer CBT treatments differ from the original CBT treatments in that they emphasize all of the following EXCEPT:

According to the diathesis-stress model,if Linda inherited a predisposition that places her at high risk for schizophrenia,

Different forms of the same gene are called

Multinational studies on the role of gender in psychopathology have shown that

Fred has schizophrenia and is taking a medication that works by blocking dopamine receptors.Fred is most likely taking which kind of drug?

The Stroop task was originally developed for researchers to study

Contemporary views on genetic and environmental factors in behavior emphasize that

The goal of __________ is to reduce the relationship stress and improve communication.

The small gap between brain cells that is involved in message transmission is called the

Dr.Arthur and his colleagues are investigating a new drug for depression that stimulates serotonin receptors.Dr.Arthur is most likely investigating which kind of drug?

Research suggests that

A CNV is an abnormal copy of one or more sections of DNS.They occur due to all of the following EXCEPT:

A set of basic assumptions that defines how to conceptualize and study a subject,how to gather and interpret relevant data,even how to think about a particular subject is known as a

Transcription factors recognize

When discussing heritability it is important to keep in mind all of the following EXCEPT:

Nick was born with a predisposition for aggression and impulsivity that has resulted in frequent trouble with the law.As a result of time spent in jail,Nick has developed alcohol dependence.This is an example of

This part of the ANS accelerates the heart,dilates the pupils and initiates smooth muscle and glandular responses that prepare an organism for sudden activity and stress.