According to the diathesis-stress model, which of the following is the diathesis component of a psychological disorder?

a. getting in a serious car accident on your way to work one morning
b. having close genetic relatives who experienced the same psychological disorder
c. getting treatment for a kidney infection
d. having a spouse get in trouble at work

Answer: b. having close genetic relatives who experienced the same psychological disorder

Psychology

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