According to the Diathesis-Stress Model, Monozygotic Twins Raised in the Same

question 47

Multiple Choice

According to the diathesis-stress model, monozygotic twins raised in the same household will

• A) not necessarily have the same disorders because of potential differences in their diathesis.
• B) have the same disorders because their diathesis and stress are exactly the same.
• C) not necessarily have the same disorders because of potential differences in their stress.
• D) have no more likelihood of sharing a disorder than any other two randomly selected individuals from the population.

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Definitions:

Reciprocal Determinism

The theory that a person's behavior is both influenced by and influences their personal factors and the environment.

Defence Mechanism

Subconscious methods employed to safeguard someone from the anxiety that stems from impermissible sentiments or thoughts.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual unconsciously replaces an anxiety-producing or unacceptable thought or feeling with its opposite.

Unrealistic Amounts

Quantities or levels that are not achievable or practical based on current conditions, capacities, or resources.