Saturday, April 19, 2014

Chapter 01 Exam Question 04

While this is a characteristic of most abnormal behavior in all societies, it is not entirely satisfying as the sole criterion of abnormality.

a. cultural inappropriateness
b. subjective distress
c. distinctiveness
d. all of the above

Chapter 01 Exam Question 03

A behavior that seems abnormal in one cultural context may very well be perfectly acceptable in a different culture of society. This is called:

a. cultural relativity
b. cultural inappropriateness
c. subjective distress
d. epidemiological actions

Chapter 01 Exam Question 02

If a man in the Dobu society who had a sunny, kindly disposition and who liked to be helpful, he would be considered by others of his culture.

a. silly, simple, and a little crazy
b. saner than most
c. an ideal candidate for marriage
d. culturally appropriate

Chapter 01 Exam Question 01

This would NOT be one of the text's criteria for abnormal behavior.

a. subjective distress
b. psychological impairment
c. cultural inappropriateness
d. distinctiveness