Which of the Following Best Describes the Central Problem in Determining

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the central problem in determining whether or not a sexual practice is abnormal?

• A)The abnormal behavior usually does not threaten society, impair social or occupational functioning, or cause distress to the individual.
• B)While the laws are usually clear about what is illegal, people are often unaware of the laws.
• C)Acceptable sexual practices differ between cultures and historical times.
• D)The DSM-IV-TR only lists sexual disorders that are illegal, not ones that are merely unusual or abnormal.

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Definitions:

Memory Capacity

The amount of information that can be held in the memory system at one time, including short-term and long-term storage capabilities.

Memory Span

is the amount of information or number of items that can be held in short-term memory at one time.

Conservation Ability

A cognitive skill, typically developing in childhood, that enables an individual to understand that certain properties remain constant despite changes in form or appearance.

Systematically Paying Attention

The methodical process of focusing thought and cognitive resources on specific stimuli or tasks.