The View That Abnormality Results from Faulty Storage,input,or Retrieval of Information

question 334

Multiple Choice

The view that abnormality results from faulty storage,input,or retrieval of information is central to ________ psychology.

• A)eclectic
• B)cognitive
• C)behavioural
• D)humanistic

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Definitions:

Somatic Symptom Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by an excessive focus on physical symptoms, such as pain or fatigue, that cause significant distress or impairment.

Diagnostic Consensus

The agreement among healthcare professionals on the specific diagnosis of a patient, often involving a combination of symptoms, test results, and observations.

Physical Symptoms

Manifestations of a medical condition or illness that are apparent to the patient or others, such as pain, fatigue, or dizziness.

Conversion Disorders

A type of disorder where patients experience neurological symptoms, such as paralysis or blindness, without a medical cause, often linked to psychological conflict.