"Hysterical Disorders Are Forms of Communication

question 3

Multiple Choice

"Hysterical disorders are forms of communication. They provide the person with a means for expressing emotions that would otherwise be difficult to convey." This statement BEST reflects the perspective of _____ theorists.

• A) humanistic
• B) psychodynamic
• C) biological
• D) cognitive-behavioral

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Definitions:

Abnormal Behavior

Patterns of emotions, thoughts, and actions deemed pathological for cultural, societal, or situational contexts.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A mind state of distress initiated by the direct exposure to or observation of a frightening situation, accompanied by recurring recollections, bad dreams, and high levels of stress.

Hurricane Sandy

A devastating tropical cyclone that occurred in October 2012, significantly impacting the Caribbean and the Eastern Seaboard of the United States, particularly New Jersey and New York.

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, a comprehensive classification of officially recognized psychiatric disorders, used by mental health professionals in the US.