ACC 410 QUIZ 9

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1.

__________ is characterized by bizarre motor behavior, which sometimes takes the form of
a completely immobile stupor, although even in the stupor state the person is fully conscious of
what is happening around them.

2.

The medical model asserts that abnormal behavior is caused by:

3.

In the United States, _____ have the highest suicide rate of all demographic groups.

4.

A(n) ________ disorder is an anxiety disorder in which the individual has an irrational,
overwhelming, persistent fear of a particular object or situation.

5.

Abnormal behavior is behavior that is:

6.

___________ are psychological disorders that feature motor tension, hyperactivity, and
apprehensive expectations and thoughts.

7.

What is the relationship between genetics and the risk of developing schizophrenia?

8.

___________ is a disorder in which the individual not only develops amnesia but also
unexpectedly travels away from home and assumes a new identity.

9.

____________ is an anxiety disorder marked by the recurrent sudden onset of intense

apprehension or terror.

10.

Multiple personality disorder is also known as:

11.

Group therapy, family and couples therapy, self-help support groups, and community mental
health would be considered ________ approaches to the treatment of psychological disorders.

12.

Moniz developed a procedure known as _________, which involved severing the

connections between specific brain structures.

13.

Alcoholics Anonymous, Compeer, Parents without Partners, and Weight Watchers are
considered:

14.

Removing or destroying brain tissue as a method to improve a persons adjustment is called:

15.

Drugs are mainly used to treat which of the following disorders?

16.

Antianxiety drugs are also known as _______ and reduce anxiety by making individuals
calmer and less excitable.

17.

_________ therapies emphasize that individuals thoughts are the main source of abnormal
behavior and psychological problems.

18.

The role of the therapist in client-centered therapy would be described as:

19.

What is the Freudian technique that encourages the patient to say aloud whatever comes to
mind?

20.

_____________ is the process used by mental health professionals to help individuals

recognize, define, and overcome their psychological and interpersonal difficulties.

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