In the Diathesis-Stress Model, a Stressor Is ________

question 26

Multiple Choice

In the diathesis-stress model, a stressor is ________

• A) a distal, sufficient cause of a mental disorder.
• B) a necessary or contributory cause that is distal from the onset of symptoms.
• C) a necessary or contributory cause that is proximal to the onset of symptoms.
• D) a biological vulnerability.

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Definitions:

Two Males

A reference to situations, studies, or contexts involving two male individuals or subjects.

Single Female

typically refers to a woman who is not currently in a marital or romantic relationship and may focus on such statuses for demographic, social, or psychological studies.

Ultimate Cause

The reasons why, over many years of evolution, a particular trait or behavior helped members of a population to survive and reproduce.

Proximal Cause

The immediate or closest cause to an event or occurrence, often discussed in the context of biology or pathology.