Critics of the Medical Model of Abnormal Behavior Argue That

question 57

Multiple Choice

Critics of the medical model of abnormal behavior argue that ADHD reflects

• A) a social construct rather than a psychological disorder.
• B) a psychological disorder that requires no treatment.
• C) an example of racial profiling of African American children.
• D) behavior that should be termed psychopathology.

Critically evaluate the effectiveness of treatments or interventions based on statistical analysis.

Understand the concepts of Type I and Type II errors in the context of hypothesis testing.

Extract and interpret sample statistics (mean, standard deviation, sample size) from research data.

Understand and apply hypothesis testing for comparing means, including understanding Type I and Type II errors.

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Definitions:

Preschool Children

Young children in the age group of 2 to 5 years who are in the stage before they start kindergarten or primary school.

Moral Reasoning

The process of determining right and wrong in situations, guided by moral principles, ethics, and personal beliefs.

Greater Curiosity

Indicates a heightened state of interest or desire to learn and explore information, subjects, or activities beyond one's current knowledge or experience.

Self-Reliance

Self-reliance is the ability of an individual to depend on their own capabilities, resources, and judgments.