The Types of Adaptational Failures That May Lead to Psychopathology

question 12

Multiple Choice

The types of adaptational failures that may lead to psychopathology include which of the following?

• A)delay,fixation,and process
• B)delay,fixation,and deviance
• C)fixation,deviance,and excess
• D)fixation,deviance,and timing

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Definitions:

Evolutionarily Unique

Describes traits, behaviors, or characteristics that have developed in a species and set it apart from others in the evolutionary history.

Bipedalism

The ability to walk on two legs, a key characteristic distinguishing humans and their ancestors from other primates.

Brain-to-Body-Mass Ratio

A measure comparing the weight of an animal's brain to its body weight, often used to make inferences about the potential for intelligence and complex behaviors.

Evolutionary Processes

The natural mechanisms through which species undergo change over time, involving variations in traits that are heritable and can influence reproductive success.