Faith Says That She Agrees with the Diathesis-Stress View of Psychopathology

question 25

Multiple Choice

Faith says that she agrees with the diathesis-stress view of psychopathology that ____.

• A) biochemical changes influence the structure of the brain to produce most disorders
• B) the environment plays little, if any, role in the development of disorders
• C) genetics are unimportant in the explanation of disorders
• D) genetics and environmental factors interact to cause disorders

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Definitions:

Bipolar Depression

A phase of bipolar disorder characterized by significant depressive episodes where an individual may experience a depressed mood, loss of pleasure or interest in activities, and other symptoms similar to major depression.

Social Rewards

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Peter Lewinsohn

A psychologist known for his work in developing behavioral treatment approaches for depression.

Downward Spiral

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