Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Psychological Disorders

Question:

According to the _________ approach abnormal behaviour is caused by inadequacies of thought, feelings and perception.

Options:

Organic

Organismic

Psychological

Socio-cultural

Correct Answer:

Psychological

Explanation:

The correct answer is Psychological.

The psychological approach attributes abnormal behavior to inadequacies in an individual's thoughts, feelings, and perceptions. This approach emphasizes the role of psychological factors, such as early childhood experiences, personality traits, and coping mechanisms, in contributing to the development of mental disorders.

The other options are not correct:

  • The organic approach focuses on biological factors, such as brain abnormalities or genetic predisposition, as the primary causes of abnormal behavior.

  • The organismic approach views abnormal behavior as an adaptive response to internal or external stressors.

  • The socio-cultural approach emphasizes the influence of social and cultural factors, such as poverty, discrimination, and cultural norms, on the development of mental disorders.