Which of the Following Statements About Biologically Based Disorders Is

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about biologically based disorders is true?

• A) In most biologically-based disorders, a single gene has been identified as responsible for the disorder.
• B) If someone has a genetic predisposition for a particular disorder, that person will develop the disorder.
• C) More psychological disorders are caused by problems in neurotransmitter levels than by genetic problems.
• D) Abnormal functioning is a complex interaction of a variety of biological processes.

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Definitions:

Standard Deviation

A statistical measure of the dispersion or variation in a set of values, indicating how much individual values deviate from the mean of the set.

Distribution of Scores

The spread of values within a set of data, often analyzed in psychological research to understand variability within a sample.

Median

The middle value in a data set, which separates the higher half from the lower half of the data set.

Center

A focal point or hub often used for specific activities or the provision of services.