Tom Has Been Diagnosed with a Particular Disorder as a Result

question 83

Multiple Choice

Tom has been diagnosed with a particular disorder as a result of behavior genetic research. Tom's relatives are examined to determine if they resemble Tom with respect to this disorder. In this research, Tom is described as the _______.

• A)proband or index case
• B)concordant or the genetic base proband
• C)monozygote or dyzygote
• D)first degree relative

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Definitions:

John Watson

An American psychologist who established the psychological school of behaviorism, emphasizing the study of observable behavior.

Gender Bias

The tendency to favor one gender over another, leading to unequal treatment or perceptions.

Personality Assessment

Tools or methods used to evaluate and measure an individual’s character traits, behaviors, and patterns.

Gender Stereotype

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