The __________ takes the perspective that disorders can be explained in terms of larger societal factors that apply to groups of people

a) existential model
b) stress-vulnerability model
c) sociocultural viewpoint
d) humanistic model

ANS: C, The sociocultural viewpoint takes the perspective that disorders can be explained in terms of larger societal factors that apply to groups of people. These factors can include stress created by marriage, family, race, class, and culture.

Psychology

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a) the vibration of the molecules of the air surrounding us. b) the impact of acoustrons in the air. c) a form of electronic radiation. d) none of these.

Psychology

A significant drop in performance in cognitive areas such as memory and reading may __________

a) spark an interest in cognitive training b) foreshadow death within the next few years c) be an indicator of brain cancer d) be a precursor to Alzheimer's disease

Psychology