Define a give an example of primary and secondary prevention
What will be an ideal response?
• Primary – goal is to reduce or eliminate the risks leading to a childhood disorder; could be universal, selective, or indicate preventive measures; usually provided within a child's natural environment and is offered to an entire population and/or those at risk
• Secondary – interventions provided when first signs of disorder begin; access to mental health services in the natural environment; barriers such as availability, cost, effective mental health personnel should be removed; policies that support such measures
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In the view of E. Tory Higgins, a discrepancy between your actual self-concept and your ought self-concept will make you feel _______.
a. anxious b. sad c. self-satisfied d. confused
Which of the following is an example of a cool cognition?
a. "Oh, that would taste good.". b. "I will try not to look at it.". c. "I can just feel it in my mouth.". d. "The cake looks like Sponge Bob (the cartoon character).".
Narrowing the conditions that produce a conditioned response is known as __________.
A. deconditioning B. generalization C. extinction D. discrimination