A predisposition toward developing a disorder ________
A) necessarily is biological.
B) is called a diathesis.
C) increases the likelihood of developing any given disorder by 50 percent.
D) necessarily is a psycho-social stressor.

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A predisposition toward developing a disorder is commonly referred to as a diathesis. While some diatheses may be biological in nature, others may have psycho-social factors as well. The statement that a predisposition increases the likelihood of developing any given disorder by 50 percent is not accurate and there is no evidence to support it. Therefore, option A and C are incorrect. Option D is also incorrect as a predisposition is not necessarily a psycho-social stressor.

A Predisposition Toward Developing a Disorder ________