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leilurhhh

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Compare and contrast the concepts of a general risk factor and a specific risk factor. Give examples of each.
 
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Dr.Heyer is a behavioral therapist working with a 10-year-old boy named Lee.The boy's parents and teachers both agree that Lee is disobedient and unruly. What assessment method should Dr. Heyer use to most accurately assess the degree to which Lee is excessively active and disobedient?
 
  a. personality testing c. interview method
  b. observation d. questionnaire



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Answer to Question 1

 General risk factor  increased risk for the developmental of a psychological disorder; many possible outcomes
 Example  abuse places a child at risk for developing conduct disorder, anxiety disorder, mood disorder, etc.
 Specific risk factor  increased risk for the development of a specific psychological disorder
 Example  highly reactive/inhibited children are more at risk for developing anxiety disorders

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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