The Medical Model Is Considered by Most Researchers and Clinicians

question 46

Multiple Choice

The medical model is considered by most researchers and clinicians to be

• A) insufficient in explaining abnormal child development.
• B) completely irrelevant to abnormal child development.
• C) better at explaining abnormal child development than other models.
• D) accurate in explaining abnormal child development.

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Definitions:

Extinction

In conditioning, it refers to the gradual weakening and eventual disappearance of a conditioned response when the conditioned stimulus is no longer paired with the unconditioned stimulus.

Significant Aggression

Exhibits behaviors that are overtly hostile or violent, posing a considerable impact or threat.

Aggressive Behavior

Involves actions that can cause harm or damage to others, often characterized by physical or verbal hostility.

Helping Behavior

Actions intended to provide assistance or benefits to another individual or group without anticipation of personal gain.