Asked by Param Sidhu on Jun 13, 2024

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Within psychology, ____ typically focus on "abnormal" behavior (e.g., mental disorders and behavioral disorders) ."

A) only clinical psychologists
B) both clinical psychologists and personality psychologists
C) only personality psychologists
D) psychologists from all branches of psychology

Abnormal Behavior

Actions or patterns of behavior that deviate significantly from the norm or what is considered socially acceptable.

Clinical Psychologists

Professionals who assess, diagnose, and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, often providing therapy and counseling.

Behavioral Disorders

Patterns of behavior consistently exhibited by individuals that are socially disruptive and inappropriate, often diagnosed in childhood.

  • Identify the differences and intersections between social psychology and other psychological and social sciences (e.g., cognitive psychology, clinical psychology, anthropology, sociology, political science).
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Uziel MendozaJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Clinical psychologists specialize in diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, which includes focusing on "abnormal" behavior. Personality psychologists, on the other hand, study individual differences and how these influence behavior but do not primarily focus on mental disorders.