Psychological Disorders Are

question 98

Multiple Choice

Psychological disorders are:

• A)predictable responses to specific events.
• B)sometimes associated with faulty perception or interpretation of reality.
• C)certain dangerous behaviors that are acceptable in society.
• D)considered normal and do not cause personal distress.

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Definitions:

Adjustment to College

The process by which students acclimate to the academic, social, and cultural demands of college life.

Self-handicapping

A behavior or action taken to excuse potential failure or poor performance in advance.

Academic Failure

The inability to meet the prescribed criteria or standards of academic achievement.

Intrinsic Motivation

is the drive to engage in an activity for its own sake, deriving pleasure and satisfaction from the participation itself, not from external rewards.