The Trait Perspective Historically Has Been Concerned With

question 37

Multiple Choice

The trait perspective historically has been concerned with:

• A)accurate measurement.
• B)the unconscious mind.
• C)the theory of evolution.
• D)personality disorders.

Grasp the comparative effectiveness of CBT with other treatments and across a variety of disorders.

Recognize the durability of behavior changes following CBT or medication in treating eating disorders.

Understand the application and outcomes of CBT in treating obsessive-compulsive disorder and its comparison to medication.

Familiarize with the structure and emphasis of cognitive processing therapy, especially in its final phase.

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Definitions:

Psychiatric Nurses

Registered nurses specializing in the care of individuals with mental health conditions, providing support, medication management, and therapy.

Inpatient Psychiatric Wards

Hospital units dedicated to the care and treatment of individuals with acute mental health issues, where patients are admitted for 24-hour supervision and support.

Determining Abnormality

The process of identifying behaviors, thoughts, and feelings that are deviant from the societal norm, distressing to the individual, dysfunctional, or dangerous.

Psychoanalytic Theory

A comprehensive theory of human personality and behavior developed by Sigmund Freud, emphasizing unconscious motivations, conflicts, and past experiences.