Which Statement About Causal Explanations for Mental Disorders and the Four

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which statement about causal explanations for mental disorders and the four major research approaches is TRUE?

• A) The biological approach is consistently better at explaining all of the various disorders.
• B) The most in-depth explanations are based on a single research approach.
• C) Explanations that consider the interaction between the approaches are preferred.
• D) The sociocultural approach is generally not helpful in explaining mental disorders.

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Definitions:

Diagnostic

Pertaining to the identification of the nature or cause of a health condition or disease.

Psychological Disorder

A condition characterized by abnormal thoughts, feelings, or behaviors that cause significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Maladaptive

Behaviors or thought patterns that are counterproductive to an individual's wellbeing or adaptation to their environment.

Stresses

States of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.