Author Question: Although Mica always feels high levels of dread, worry, and anxiety, she still manages to meet her ... (Read 34 times)

2125004343 · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Although Mica always feels high levels of dread, worry, and anxiety, she still manages to meet her daily responsibilities. Which of the following conclusions regarding Mica's behavior is appropriate?

a. It should not be considered abnormal, because her adaptive functioning is not impaired.
b. It should not be considered abnormal, because everyone experiences worry and anxiety on occasion.
c. It can be considered abnormal, because she obviously feels great personal distress.
d. It can be considered abnormal, because the behavior meets the medical model.

Question 2

Craig finds it difficult to pass a store without shopping. He has been shopping so much that he misses work sometimes and is neglecting his family's finances. His behavior best satisfies which of the following criteria of abnormality?

a. Deviance c. Physical discomfort
b. Personal distress d. Maladaptive behavior