Models Flashcards
1
Q
What is the stress diathesis model?
A
diathesis (vulnerability) + stress = psychological disorder development
2
Q
What dimensions are involved in the multipath model?
A
biological, social, psychological, sociocultural
3
Q
What are the assumptions of the multipath model?
A
- dimensions contribute equally
- a change in one dimension may change another
- protective factors involved in dimensions
- equifinality
4
Q
Equifinality
A
different pathways and risk factors may have the same outcome
e.i. sexual assault, car accident, gun violence = PTSD
5
Q
Multifinality
A
Similar pathways and risk factors may have different outcomes
e.i. trauma can cause PTSD, no mental illness, depression, substance abuse
