Josh is 18 and believes that something outside of him is controlling his thoughts and that he must retrace his steps four times to keep them under control. This behavior causes him to be released from his job due to tardiness. A mental health professional would say that his behavior is abnormal because it
a. interferes with his ability to function effectively.
b. has presented abnormally early in life.
c. is not accepted in his culture.
d. exposes him to ridicule.
a
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A. The brain becomes smaller but denser and more efficient over time. B. The brain grows, taking up double the amount of space between the brain and the skull. C. The structure, function, and number of neurons in the brain are significantly reduced. D. Blood flow is reduced within the brain, and less glucose and oxygen are used.
Colton has been taking a drug to control a psychological disorder. Some of the side effects that he has been experiencing include drowsiness, constipation, and tardive dyskinesia. In this case, Colton is MOST likely being treated for
a. depression. b. bipolar disorder. c. an anxiety disorder. d. schizophrenia.
Which of the following is TRUE regarding cognitive psychotherapy?
A. Cognitive psychotherapy is typically more structured and less spontaneous than humanistic psychotherapy. B. Compared to behavioral psychotherapy, cognitive psychotherapy deemphasizes internal, mental processes. C. Relative to psychodynamic therapy, cognitive therapy’s typical treatment length is 10–15 sessions longer. D. Cognitive therapy is typically more costly than psychoanalytic treatment.
Focusing on the role of early parental interactions in the formation of personality traits and disorders is a key concept of the ____________ perspective
A) behavioral B) biopsychosocial C) psychodynamic D) cognitive-behavioral