Lissette Wonders Whether Personality Differences Between Her African-American and Asian-American

question 19

Multiple Choice

Lissette wonders whether personality differences between her African-American and Asian-American friends result from biological or cultural influences. In this instance, Lissette is primarily concerned with the relative contributions of

• A) neuroscience and cognition.
• B) nature and nurture.
• C) behavior and mental processes.
• D) conscious and unconscious thoughts.

Understand the DSM-5 criteria for diagnosing conduct disorder and the importance of specifying the age of onset.

Recognize the co-occurrence of conduct disorder with other disorders, such as antisocial personality disorder.

Examine the biological and physiological factors associated with conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder.

Identify non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatment approaches for conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder.

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Definitions:

Ambivalent Racism

The influence on White Americans’ racial attitudes by two clashing sets of values: a belief in individualism and a belief in egalitarianism.

Ethnocentrism

The belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, often resulting in prejudice and discrimination.

Stereotype Threat

A phenomenon where awareness of stereotypes about one's identity group leads to anxiety and reduced performance.

Stereotype Content Model

A theory suggesting that stereotypes are based on the perceived warmth and competence of social groups, determining their societal status and emotional responses from others.