Which of the following is consistent with the statistical deviancy approach to defining abnormality?

a. Roughly 2% of the population has an IQ below 70; those with an IQ under 70 might, therefore, be considered abnormal.
b. Those who act out against the rules of society and are thus considered deviant would meet the definition of abnormality.
c. Those who are severely impaired by their inability to make and maintain meaningful social relationships would be considered abnormal.
d. If 50% of the population had suicidal thoughts, this 50% would be considered abnormal.


a. Roughly 2% of the population has an IQ below 70; those with an IQ under 70 might, therefore, be considered abnormal.

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a. 100; 1 b. 1; 10 c. 100; 15 d. 1; 15

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In Dr. Patrick’s lecture video, he identified six steps to a perfect empathy statement. Step four "How am I feeling right now?" was used as to minimize the risk of having _________ occur from the therapist to the client.

a. confusion b. countertransference c. modeling d. Negative persuasion

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An individual's participation in a support group for heart attack survivors has helped him modify some of his views about his situation by encouraging a solution-focused approach to his concerns. This is an example of the ______.

A. humanistic perspective B. psychodynamic perspective C. conflict perspective D. social constructionist perspective

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Discuss the treatment of substance abuse addiction in young adults and the important implications for counselors working with this population.

What will be an ideal response?

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