The Most Common Type of Emotional Disturbance Found During the Elementary-School

question 110

Multiple Choice

The most common type of emotional disturbance found during the elementary-school years is

• A) neurotic disorders.
• B) disruptive conduct disorders.
• C) schizophrenia.
• D) somatization.

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Definitions:

Fight-Or-Flight Theory

A physiological theory that explains how animals and humans respond to threat or danger with a primary physiological reaction to either fight or flee.

Tend-And-Befriend Theory

A stress response theory proposing that, under stress, individuals (particularly women) are predisposed to nurturing activities and seeking social support.

Needs For Affiliation

The psychological desire to belong to or be associated with groups or to have positive relationships with others.

Intimacy

A close, familiar, and usually affectionate or loving personal relationship with another person or group.