Base rates obtained from a normal control group in response to a psychotic-traits questionnaire suggest that ____
a. reports of bizarre thoughts provide strong evidence of psychotic disorders
b. normal controls are more likely to report bizarre thoughts on a written questionnaire than are psychotic individuals
c. base rates are less useful when comparing a normal group with a psychotic group than when comparing two normal groups
d. reports of bizarre thoughts or being bothered by the feeling of being watched do not necessarily indicate the presence of a psychotic disorder
d
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A. increased extraversion B. decreased conscientiousness C. increased neuroticism D. increased agreeableness
Researchers have expressed serious concerns about the reliability and validity of which one of the following types of tests?
a. Projective, clinically oriented personality tests b. Comprehensive, clinically oriented self-report tests c. Symptom-based self-report tests d. Symptom checklists
_____ promotes both the mental and physical health of children with medical conditions.
A. Child clinical psychology B. Pediatric psychology C. Developmental psychology D. Abnormal psychology
With respect to its effect on cognitive abilities, physical exercise may be especially beneficial for
a. processing speed b. memory c. executive functioning d. attention