Deck 1: Introduction

Question 1

Despite early abuse and neglect,10-year-old Joshua has adapted well to his new foster family,has made good friends at school,and is excelling in reading and soccer.Joshua's situation would most likely be an example of adequate adaptation.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

The major difference between psychopathology and developmental psychopathology is the:

A)likelihood that children's development will be negatively impacted.
B)role of culture in understanding deviant behavior.
C)understanding of how family values impact the development of maladaptive behavior.
D)belief that most deviant behavior is innate.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Sameroff (1993)stated that "all life is characterized by disturbance that is overcome,and that only through disturbance can we advance and grow." How does this statement further the understanding of developmental psychopathology?

A)It provides a basis for defining psychopathology in youth.
B)It normalizes the fact that most children can and do face challenges.
C)It creates a basis for understanding why we must provide funding for children's mental health.
D)It supports the fact that in order to overcome adversity all humans need support.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

According to the authors of this text,the understanding of developmental psychopathology must be centered in what is _______ for a particular child's development.

Question 5

Dr.Vance works with all of his clients to identify their strengths and weaknesses and develops a plan for them to be able to function at the highest level possible.This is known as ________ adaptation.

A)adequate
B)foundational
C)superior
D)optimal

Question 6

In some Native American tribes,it is considered a sign of disrespect to look at an elder when talking to them.This is an example of a sociocultural norm.

Question 7

Dr.Jones tells her psychology class that it is difficult to determine one true definition of psychopathology.Which of the following statements would best support her assertion regarding developmental psychopathology?

A)Children who experience minimal stressors may develop maladaptive behaviors.
B)Typically developing children can and do display behaviors that could be described as "abnormal."
C)Children who display maladaptive behaviors come from a variety of situations,including socioeconomic status.
D)Atypical development can best be defined in terms of gender expectations and age of the child.

Question 8

At age 6,Allison's temper tantrums are more frequent and intense than her same-aged peers.Allison's behavior may be considered pathological based on which of these criteria?

A)violation of sociocultural norms
B)meeting the definition of a specific mental health disorder
C)statistical deviance from peers
D)major emotional maladjustment

Question 9

Dr.Wang has diagnosed Emma with separation anxiety disorder based on her presenting symptoms,but also has considered how these symptoms impact her quality of life.Dr.Wang is using the ________ aspect of psychopathology.

Question 10

Patrick's parents are reluctant to have him see a psychologist because they're afraid other family members will think they are "bad" parents.Their reluctance is most closely related to lack of resources in their local community.

Question 11

Children in Africa,Latin America,and Eastern Europe are less likely to have access to quality mental health services.These countries may be classified as:

A)uneducated.
B)poor.
C)resource-poor.
D)rural.

Question 12

Dr.Andrews wants to study how many children under the age of 5 in the United States have been diagnosed with autism over the past 10 years.In order to do this,he is most likely to use a random sampling of the general population to estimate the prevalence of autism.

Question 13

Tolan and Dodge (2005)have proposed a four-part model for a comprehensive mental health system that serves children and their families.Based on what is known about existing barriers to services,which of the following components would likely be a part of this model?

A)access to effective emergency care to treat crisis situations
B)preventive care provided in natural settings such as schools or daycares
C)emphasis on research-based treatments that address the cultural majority
D)an expansion of psychiatric hospitals that are equipped to handle long-term inpatient care

Question 14

In order to accurately understand psychopathology in children,it is important to distinguish between "normal" and "abnormal" development.

Question 15

The authors of this text believe that all children should have the support they need to reach their full potential,in spite of challenges they may face.This is known as ________.

Question 16

A child's behaviors might be considered typical or adaptive in one situation but not in another because these behaviors may:

A)be rare or unusual when compared to other children of the same age or gender.
B)be considered adaptive in a given sociocultural group or situation.
C)not meet the specific criteria for a disorder as defined by the medical community.
D)be considered acceptable by psychologists who study children's behavior.

Question 17

More current definitions of psychopathology include both extremes of behavior (too little or too much).

Question 18

The authors of this text assert that psychopathology is best understood in relationship to:

A)how children typically develop.
B)adaptation to atypical situations.
C)each child's unique pattern of development.
D)maladaptation to environmental stressors.

Question 19

Dr.Uyenco wants to know how many new cases of autism are diagnosed each year in her particular state.Which type of data should she access?

A)epidemiology
B)prevalence
C)identification rate
D)incidence

Question 20

The fact that many children who need mental health care don't receive it is primarily based on denial of mental health treatment.

Question 21

Define and give an example of the mental health definition perspective on abnormality.How might this approach help or hinder the advancement of mental health treatment for youth?

Question 22

Using what is known about developmental psychopathology,develop a brief public service announcement (3-4 sentences)highlighting the important aspects and/or misconceptions related to mental health issues in youth and what can and should be done to help these youth.

Question 23

Identify the pros and cons of using the statistical deviance model of abnormality.Include a brief definition.

Question 24

Compare developmental psychopathology and psychopathology in terms of basic approaches.

Question 25

Dr.Schwiesow is studying how often schizophrenia is diagnosed in the U.S.population,as well as states where there are more children who are diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.His field of study is most likely ________.

Question 26

________ are those factors that potentially prevent individuals from receiving effective treatment for mental health issues.

Question 27

Identify the barriers to care that minority and socioeconomically disadvantaged youth might face.How and why do these barriers differ from other youth?

Question 28

Based on what you've read in the text,develop a lobbying strategy to present to policy makers regarding key components of a supportive and effective mental health care policy for youth.

Question 29

What is the definition of incidence and prevalence? Give examples of when it might be best to know each one of these when working with youth with mental health issues.

Question 30

What are two problems related to estimating rates of disorders in childhood? How might researchers guard against these potential problems?

Question 31

A 15-year-old freshman has been referred to the school psychologist by her mother.The concerns include poor grades,withdrawal from her family,increased moodiness,and conflicts with peers.Briefly describe how this school psychologist might view this child's problems from a statistical deviance perspective,sociocultural perspective,and mental health perspective.

Question 32

Based on what you've learned about developmental psychopathology,develop a preventative program that would be housed in the local school district.Identify at least four key components to such a program.

Question 33

According to the authors of this text,why is it important to maintain a flexible and changing understanding of a child's strengths and weaknesses?

Question 34

What are three key issues related to the stigma of psychopathology in children,and why are they important to address? For each of these issues,propose one way to combat stigma related to psychopathology in children.

Question 35

The Tolan and Dodge (2005)model of a comprehensive mental health system includes access to mental health services,services provided in primary care settings,preventative care for high-risk children,and ________.

Question 36

Compare and contrast adequate versus optimal adaptation.How might these approaches impact the outcome of youth who are experiencing mental health issues?

Question 37

Define and provide an example of the sociocultural perspective on abnormality.How does this approach differ from the statistical deviance model?

Question 38

The example of the Hmong families and their unmarried children who continue to live at home highlights the fact that ________ are critical in understanding developmental psychopathology.

Question 39

________ youth are more likely to have difficulty accessing appropriate and effective treatment and prevention programs related to mental health.

Question 40

Define and give an example of stigma related to psychopathology in children.In what ways does today's media help or hurt the stigma related to mental health?