Able Was in a Skiing Accident and Injured His Spinal

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Multiple Choice

Able was in a skiing accident and injured his spinal cord.Unfortunately,the doctors had to tell him that he won't walk again.He decides to do his own research into possible treatment for spinal cord injuries,and finds one new area of research that looks very promising.What did Able learn on his own?

• A) Schwann cells and their ability to regenerate neuron axons in the PNS
• B) efferent fibres that can re-grow with prolonged, mild electrical stimulation
• C) diverting spinal reflexes to generate voluntary movement
• D) stem cells that increase the myelin production around the spinal cord

Define the American Psychiatric Association's definition of abnormal behavior.

Understand the classification system of DSM-IV, including the axes and their respective content.

Identify and differentiate between personality disorders and their manifestations.

Understand the classification and diagnosis of psychological disorders as outlined in the DSM-IV.

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Definitions:

Cultural Practices

Refer to the collective habits, traditions, rituals, and values shared by a group of people that contribute to their unique social identity.

Openness To Change

A personality trait that indicates how much a person is willing to consider new ideas, experiences, and values different from their own.

Conservatism

Conservatism is a political and social philosophy that promotes retaining traditional social institutions and values, typically in opposition to drastic changes.

Self-Transcendence

The process of going beyond one's own self-interests, identifying with values or purposes larger than oneself.