Incidence Refers to

question 9

Multiple Choice

Incidence refers to

• A) how many people in the population as a whole have a disorder.
• B) how many new cases of a disorder occur during a given period of time.
• C) the percentage of males and females who have a disorder.
• D) how many people have recovered from a disorder in a given period of time.

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Definitions:

Delay Gratification

The ability to resist immediate temptations in order to achieve longer-term goals.

Primary Appraisal

The initial evaluation process where an individual assesses the significance of a stressor to determine whether it is a threat.

Threatening Event

An occurrence that poses a danger or harm, potentially triggering stress or anxiety.

Course of Action

A plan or strategy intended to accomplish a specific goal, often involving a series of steps or procedures to be followed.