Alberta is a psychologist who is trying to assess whether her patient is exhibiting abnormal behavior.Alberta follows a practical approach.Which of the following will not help Alberta decide if her patient has impaired functioning?

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Genetic predispositions are not considered a part of the practical approach to assessing abnormal behavior. The practical approach focuses on observable behaviors and their content, sociocultural context, and behavioral consequences. Genetic predispositions, while potentially relevant to the development of mental health disorders, cannot be directly observed and are more relevant to the biological approach to psychology.

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