Define the concept of "mental disorders" in the DSM system. Provide an example of an individual with a disorder and explain how the diagnostic system adheres to the medical model.
What will be an ideal response?
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A. walking while supporting himself on furniture B. walking by himself C. sitting without support D. crawling
According to work by Triantis (1995), collectivist cultures are characterized by a pattern of
a. low complexity, low affluence, and cultural homogeneity. b. low complexity, high affluence, and cultural heterogeneity. c. high complexity, low affluence, and cultural homogeneity. d. high complexity, high affluence, and cultural heterogeneity.
If a defense mechanism is successful:
A. the id becomes stronger B. unconscious motivation is increased C. latency is increased D. anxiety is reduced
Cardinal traits are ______________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word