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Current Trends in Abnormal Psychology

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Which of the following is NOT a current trend in abnormal psychology?

  1. Increased focus on biological factors

  2. Greater emphasis on cultural and contextual factors

  3. Declining use of medication

  4. Increased use of technology


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Medication is still widely used in the treatment of mental disorders, and there is no evidence to suggest that its use is declining.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between culture and mental health?

  1. Cultural psychology

  2. Transcultural psychiatry

  3. Ethnopsychiatry

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cultural psychology, transcultural psychiatry, and ethnopsychiatry are all terms used to describe the study of the relationship between culture and mental health.

Which of the following is NOT a type of therapy that is commonly used in the treatment of mental disorders?

  1. Cognitive-behavioral therapy

  2. Psychodynamic therapy

  3. Humanistic therapy

  4. Electroconvulsive therapy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Electroconvulsive therapy is a medical procedure that is used to treat severe mental disorders, such as depression and schizophrenia. It is not a type of therapy that is commonly used in the treatment of mental disorders.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between the brain and mental disorders?

  1. Neuropsychology

  2. Cognitive neuroscience

  3. Biological psychiatry

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Neuropsychology, cognitive neuroscience, and biological psychiatry are all terms used to describe the study of the relationship between the brain and mental disorders.

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for the development of mental disorders?

  1. Genetics

  2. Trauma

  3. Stress

  4. Positive life experiences


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Positive life experiences are not a risk factor for the development of mental disorders. In fact, they can help to protect against the development of mental disorders.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between mental disorders and physical health?

  1. Psychosomatic medicine

  2. Behavioral medicine

  3. Health psychology

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Psychosomatic medicine, behavioral medicine, and health psychology are all terms used to describe the study of the relationship between mental disorders and physical health.

Which of the following is NOT a type of mental disorder that is commonly diagnosed in children?

  1. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

  2. Autism spectrum disorder

  3. Conduct disorder

  4. Obsessive-compulsive disorder


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is not a type of mental disorder that is commonly diagnosed in children. It is more commonly diagnosed in adults.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between mental disorders and substance abuse?

  1. Addiction psychiatry

  2. Substance abuse psychiatry

  3. Dual diagnosis

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Addiction psychiatry, substance abuse psychiatry, and dual diagnosis are all terms used to describe the study of the relationship between mental disorders and substance abuse.

Which of the following is NOT a type of therapy that is commonly used in the treatment of substance abuse disorders?

  1. Cognitive-behavioral therapy

  2. Motivational interviewing

  3. Medication

  4. Group therapy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Medication is not a type of therapy that is commonly used in the treatment of substance abuse disorders. However, it can be used to help manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between mental disorders and the criminal justice system?

  1. Forensic psychology

  2. Criminal psychology

  3. Legal psychology

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Forensic psychology, criminal psychology, and legal psychology are all terms used to describe the study of the relationship between mental disorders and the criminal justice system.

Which of the following is NOT a type of mental disorder that is commonly diagnosed in older adults?

  1. Dementia

  2. Depression

  3. Anxiety

  4. Schizophrenia


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Schizophrenia is not a type of mental disorder that is commonly diagnosed in older adults. It is more commonly diagnosed in young adults.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between mental disorders and the workplace?

  1. Occupational psychology

  2. Industrial psychology

  3. Organizational psychology

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Occupational psychology, industrial psychology, and organizational psychology are all terms used to describe the study of the relationship between mental disorders and the workplace.

Which of the following is NOT a type of therapy that is commonly used in the treatment of mental disorders in children?

  1. Play therapy

  2. Art therapy

  3. Music therapy

  4. Electroconvulsive therapy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Electroconvulsive therapy is not a type of therapy that is commonly used in the treatment of mental disorders in children. It is more commonly used in the treatment of severe mental disorders in adults.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between mental disorders and the media?

  1. Media psychology

  2. Communication psychology

  3. Public health psychology

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Media psychology, communication psychology, and public health psychology are all terms used to describe the study of the relationship between mental disorders and the media.

Which of the following is NOT a type of therapy that is commonly used in the treatment of mental disorders in older adults?

  1. Reminiscence therapy

  2. Validation therapy

  3. Cognitive-behavioral therapy

  4. Electroconvulsive therapy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Electroconvulsive therapy is not a type of therapy that is commonly used in the treatment of mental disorders in older adults. It is more commonly used in the treatment of severe mental disorders in adults.

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