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Describe the Diathesis-Stress Model

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Describe the diathesis-stress model. Use it to explain how one identical twin suffers from clinical depression while the other does not.


Definitions:

Hindsight Bias

The inclination to think that one could have predicted an outcome after becoming aware of it.

Psychological Research

The scientific study of behavior, cognitive processes, and emotions, employing various methods to understand mental functions and social dynamics.

Commonsense Understanding

The natural ability to make practical judgments and decisions based on the simple perception of the situation or facts.

Clinical Psychologist

A professional specializing in diagnosing and treating mental illness, emotional disturbances, and dysfunctional behavior through therapy.

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