Question
Which of the following is an example of a diathesis-stress model?
A. Ozzie has a genetic predisposition towards depression, but he did not experience depression until his mother and father died.
B. Ozzie's doctor does not believe that mental illness has a biological basis.
C. Ozzie treats his manic episodes by using medication to induce depression.
D. Ozzie treats his depression by exposing himself to a series of stressors so he can learn coping skills.
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An example of a diathesis-stress model is when Ozzie has a genetic predisposition towards depression, but he did not experience depression until his mother and father died. The Option A is correct.
What is the diathesis-stress model?
The model is also known as the vulnerability stress model, which is
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