Single-Factor Explanations

question 96

Multiple Choice

Single-factor explanations

• A) tend to identify risk factors rather than specific causes of dysfunctional behaviour.
• B) emphasize one factor as being a major contributor to a particular psychological disorder.
• C) are generally preferred over other explanations because of their simplicity.
• D) often reflect a high level of current comprehensive knowledge of disorders.
• E) view behaviour as the product of the interaction of several factors.

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