Author Question: Compare and contrast the concepts of a general risk factor and a specific risk factor. Give examples ... (Read 243 times)

leilurhhh · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Compare and contrast the concepts of a general risk factor and a specific risk factor. Give examples of each.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

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

blakcmamba · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

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

Answer to Question 2

B