Apentix/AP Psychology/Unit 8: Clinical Psychology/Question
AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt

The diathesis-stress model suggests that psychological disorders result from:

A.Biological factors alone
B.Environmental stressors alone
C.A combination of predisposition and environmental triggers
D.Learned behavior patterns

Explanation

Core Concept

The diathesis-stress model proposes that disorders develop when a genetic/biological predisposition (diathesis) interacts with environmental stressors.

Correct Answer

CA combination of predisposition and environmental triggers

More Unit 8: Clinical Psychology practice questions

Try a random question →

Practice more AP Psychology questions with full explanations

Practice Unit 8: Clinical Psychology Questions →