Which of the Following Are Potential Problems When Conducting Cross-Cultural

question 137

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are potential problems when conducting cross-cultural research in the area of psychopathology?

• A) Different cultures may describe or experience similar psychological sensations in very different ways
• B) The level of "abnormality" that is considered acceptable may differ greatly across cultures
• C) Treatment models developed in one culture may be unacceptable according to another culture's customs and values
• D) All of these

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Definitions:

Self-Esteem

An individual's overall subjective emotional evaluation of their own worth; it is a judgment of oneself as well as an attitude toward the self.

Cognitive Schemata

Mental structures that hold an individual's knowledge, beliefs, and expectations about the world, guiding information processing and behavior.

Learning History

A record of an individual’s experiences that impact how they respond or adapt to similar future situations.

Etiology

The study of the causes or origins of diseases or conditions.