Mia Was Trying to Figure Out How to Fit the Box

question 86

Multiple Choice

Mia was trying to figure out how to fit the box that contained her new computer into the trunk of her car. She mentally manipulated the position of the box, trying to figure out a way to make it fit. Based on Baddeley's model of working memory, Mia was utilizing

• A) the visuospatial sketchpad to mentally manipulate the box's position.
• B) the rehearsal loop while she worked repeatedly on the problem.
• C) the executive control system to juggle all the information she needed to consider.
• D) her prospective memory to remember the actions she would need to perform.

Explain the concept of comorbidity in the context of personality disorders.

Understand the difficulties involved in treating personality disorders and why therapy can be challenging.

Analyze the role of familial and genetic factors in the development of personality disorders.

Understand the different theoretical perspectives (e.g., psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral) on the etiology of personality disorders.

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Definitions:

Mildly Depressed

Experiencing a less intense form of sadness or despondency that may affect day-to-day activities and overall well-being.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

A behavioral disorder characterized by chronic patterns of uncooperative, defiant, and hostile behavior towards authority figures.

Intellectual Development Disorder (IDD)

A disorder characterized by limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, presenting itself during the developmental period.

Tic Disorder

A condition characterized by sudden, rapid, nonrhythmic movements or vocalizations that are involuntary.