In the Diathesis-Stress Model, "Diathesis" Refers to

question 57

Multiple Choice

In the diathesis-stress model, "diathesis" refers to

• A) an inherited disorder.
• B) conditions in the environment that can trigger a disorder depending upon how severe the stressors are.
• C) an inherited tendency or condition that makes a person susceptible to developing a disorder.
• D) the inheritance of multiple disorders.

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Definitions:

Statistical Probability

The likelihood of an event occurring based on a mathematical model, often expressed as a number between 0 and 1.

T-test

A statistical test used to compare the means of two groups to determine if they come from the same population.

Alpha

A predetermined threshold in hypothesis testing that defines the probability of making a Type I Error, usually set at 0.05, indicating a 5% risk of false positive.