"Cutoff points" are an advantage of the definition of abnormal behavior based upon
a. statistical infrequency or the violation of social norms.
b. subjective distress.
c. disability, dysfunction, or impairment.
d. more than one of the above
A
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a. hallucinogens b. narcotics c. psychoactive drugs d. stimulants
An accurate psychometric testing instrument
A) ?must be both valid and reliable. B) ?may be valid but not reliable. C) ?may be reliable but not valid. D) ?must be given with time limits.
Which of the following is not currently being investigated by researchers as a potential alternative to traditional polygraph tests?
a. Hypnosis b. fMRI assessment of blood oxygen in the brain c. Thermal imaging to detect rises in skin temperature. d. Pupil dilation