In the Diathesis-Stress Model, What Does "Diathesis" Refer To

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Multiple Choice

In the diathesis-stress model, what does "diathesis" refer to?

• A)conditions in the environment that can trigger a disorder depending upon how severe the stressors are
• B)an inherited, subclinical disease state that has the potential for developing into a full-blown psychological disorder, given certain environmental conditions
• C)an inherited tendency or condition that makes a person susceptible to developing a disorder
• D)the interaction of social and psychological influences

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Definitions:

Philadelphia Chromosome

A specific genetic abnormality in chromosome 22, associated with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML).

Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia

A type of cancer that affects the bone marrow and blood, characterized by the overproduction of white blood cells.

Jacobsen Syndrome

A rare genetic disorder characterized by a deletion on chromosome 11, leading to developmental delays and physical abnormalities.

Chromosome 11

One of the 23 pairs of chromosomes in humans, containing genes that play roles in the immune system, among other functions.