Mechanisms That Maintain a Problem Are Biopsychosocial Causes or Sources

question 7

Multiple Choice

Mechanisms that maintain a problem are biopsychosocial causes or sources of the problem. Psychological causes might include

• A) Poverty and social isolation
• B) Impaired neural circuitry
• C) Impaired ability to regulation emotions
• D) Abnormalities of neurotransmission

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Definitions:

Differential Diagnosis

The process of distinguishing between two or more conditions that share similar signs or symptoms.

Social Validity

A term used to describe both target behaviors and the outcome of intervention. Social validity refers to the extent to which behaviors targeted for intervention and the effects of intervention enhance the quality of students’ lives.

Replacement Behavior

A behavior that is taught and reinforced to replace an undesirable behavior in a positive manner.

Contextual Hypotheses

Theories or assumptions that explain how the context or environment influences behaviors, thoughts, or outcomes.