The Apparent Causation and Developmental History of an Illness Is

question 234

Multiple Choice

The apparent causation and developmental history of an illness is referred to as its ​

• A)etiology.
• B)epidemiology.
• C)diagnosis.
• D)prognosis.

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Definitions:

Observational Learning

A learning process through which behaviors are acquired by watching and imitating others.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process in which the strength of a behavior is modified by the behavior's consequences, such as reward or punishment.

Insanity Defense

A legal defense strategy in which the defendant claims they were incapable of understanding the nature or wrongfulness of their actions due to mental illness at the time of the crime.

Acts of Passion

Behaviors driven by strong emotions or desires, often without consideration for the consequences.