Short Answer TypeExplain the psychometric approach to understand intelligence. State two theories based on this approach.
Explain mental disorders from socio-cultural perspective.
According to the Socio-cultural model, abnormal behaviour is best understood in light of the social and cultural forces that influence an individual.
1. Socio-cultural factors such as war and violence, group prejudice and discrimination, economic and employment problems etc and rapid social change, put stress on most of us and can lead to psychological problems in some individuals.
2. Certain family structures are likely to produce abnormal functioning in members e.g. families which are over-involved with each other have difficulty in becoming independent in life. Social and professional relationships also play an important role.
3. People who are isolated and lack social support are likely to become more depressed and remain depressed longer than those who have a good friendship.
4. Societal labels and roles assigned to troubled people also cause abnormal functioning.
Explain psychological distress according to behaviour therapy. Describe any one behavioural technique.
Long Answer TypeExplain stress according to General Adaption Syndrome (GAS) model, giving examples from everyday life. Describe any one strategy for coping with stress.
Explain the effect of stress on the immune system. How social support can lead to positive health and well being? Discuss.
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