Question 1

The notion that development consists of a set of interrelated domains that exert transactional effects refers to:&#10;A)Differentiation of modes and goals&#10;B)Directedness&#10;C)Holism&#10;D)Mobility of behavioral function&#10;E) Developmental cascades

Accepted Answer

Holism refers to the idea that development involves interconnected domains that influence each other in a transactional manner.

Question 2

The dynamic transactions that occur among developing systems cuts across developmental systems and affects the course of development refers to:&#10;A)Differentiation of modes and goals&#10;B)Directedness&#10;C)Holism&#10;D)Mobility of behavioral function&#10;E) Developmental cascades

Accepted Answer

Developmental cascades refer to the process by which interactions and transactions among developing systems (such as individual, family, community, cultural, and societal systems) influence and are influenced by each other across time, thereby affecting the course of development. This concept captures the dynamic and interconnected nature of development across different domains and levels of organization.

Question 3

Multifinality refers to:&#10;A)Pathology is not a stable entity that a child either has or does not have.&#10;B)There are multiple pathways to a single outcome&#10;C)Individuals have a &#34;self-righting&#34; tendency to strive towards adaptive modes of functioning&#10;D)Individuals may begin at a common starting point but the resultant pathways from that origin may diverge to other outcomes.&#10;E) The co-existence of two or more disorders

Accepted Answer

Multifinality is the concept that similar early experiences or conditions can lead to different outcomes. It emphasizes the divergent paths development can take from a common starting point.

Question 4

Which of the following is FALSE about developmental psychopathology?&#10;A)Psychological functioning is best understood through reliance on and integration of multiple levels of analyses&#10;B)Developmental psychopathology is the single theory that can best explain the diverse nature of psychopathology.&#10;C)A goal is to provide a comprehensive knowledge base concerning the mutually influencing processes that underlie maladaptation as well as adaptation&#10;D)Developmental psychopathology approach draws on diverse scientific fields

Accepted Answer

Developmental psychopathology is not a single theory but an approach that integrates findings from various fields and theories to understand the diverse nature of psychopathology.

Question 5

Comorbidity refers to:&#10;A)Pathology is not a stable entity that a child either has or does not have.&#10;B)There are multiple pathways to a single outcome&#10;C)Individuals have a &#34;self-righting&#34; tendency to strive towards adaptive modes of functioning&#10;D)Individuals may begin at a common starting point but the resultant pathways from that origin may diverge to other outcomes.&#10;E) The co-existence of two or more disorders

Accepted Answer

Comorbidity refers to the presence of two or more disorders or illnesses in the same person, either at the same time or one after the other. This term indicates that the illnesses occur together, but does not necessarily indicate a causal relationship between them.

Question 6

Equifinality refers to:&#10;A)Pathology is not a stable entity that a child either has or does not have.&#10;B)There are multiple pathways to a single outcome&#10;C)Individuals have a &#34;self-righting&#34; tendency to strive towards adaptive modes of functioning&#10;D)Individuals may begin at a common starting point but the resultant pathways from that origin may diverge to other outcomes.&#10;E) The co-existence of two or more disorders

Accepted Answer

Equifinality is a principle from systems theory suggesting that a specific end state can be reached by many potential means or from different starting points.

Question 7

With development, children's behavior becomes more flexible with increased organization and differentiation refers to:&#10;A)Differentiation of modes and goals&#10;B)Directedness&#10;C)Holism&#10;D)Mobility of behavioral function&#10;E) Developmental cascades

Accepted Answer

Differentiation of modes and goals refers to the process where children's behavior becomes more organized and differentiated, allowing for more flexible and adaptive responses as they develop.

Question 8

Earlier, more undifferentiated forms of behavior become hierarchically integrated into later forms of behavior refers to:&#10;A)Differentiation of modes and goals&#10;B)Directedness&#10;C)Holism&#10;D)Mobility of behavioral function&#10;E) Developmental cascades

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

The notion that children are active shapers of their environment and not passive recipients of experience refers to:&#10;A)Differentiation of modes and goals&#10;B)Directedness&#10;C)Holism&#10;D)Mobility of behavioral function&#10;E) Developmental cascades

Accepted Answer

Directedness refers to the idea that children actively shape their environment through their actions and choices, rather than passively receiving experiences.

Deck 2: Biological Bases of Psychopathology