Psychologists Who Advocate a ________ Approach to Mental Health Contend

question 49

Multiple Choice

Psychologists who advocate a ________ approach to mental health contend that many psychological disorders could be prevented by changing the disturbed individual's ________.

• A) biomedical; diet
• B) family; behavior
• C) humanistic; feelings
• D) preventive; environment

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Definitions:

External Locus

Refers to the belief that outside forces, rather than personal actions, control one's life circumstances.

Locus of Control

A psychological concept that refers to individuals’ beliefs about the extent to which their actions influence the rewards and consequences they experience.

Stable Worldview

A consistent and unchanging perspective or set of beliefs about the world and one's place within it.

Physical Health

A state of physical well-being in which a person is physically able to perform daily activities without restrictions or limitations.