In Comparison to Using Scores on Life Events Rating Scales

question 48

Multiple Choice

In comparison to using scores on life events rating scales, applying the diathesis-stress model is ____ predictive of illness because it takes into account _______.​

• A) less; vulnerability more than stressors​
• B) ​more; vulnerability as well as stressors
• C) ​less; vulnerability less than stressors
• D) ​more; vulnerability in lieu of stressors

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Definitions:

Follicles

Follicles are small sacs within the ovaries in females or hair follicles in the skin, involved in oocyte development or hair growth.

Parathyroid Glands

Small endocrine glands in the neck that produce parathyroid hormone (PTH), which regulates calcium levels in the blood and bone metabolism.

Spherical Follicles

Round-shaped structures, especially those found in the ovary that contain immature eggs in females.

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland located in the neck, which produces hormones like thyroxine and triiodothyronine, regulating metabolism and energy use.