Elective Abnormal Psychology

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Tribhuvan University

Bachelor of Social Work

Year 2 · TU Board 2081

Course Title: Abnormal Psychology

Full Marks: 70Time: 3 Hrs

Group A

Long Answer Questions (Attempt any TWO questions)(2 × 15 = 30)

  1. 1.

    Which method of assessment of abnormal behaviour is better? Why?

    15
  2. 2.

    "Abnormal behaviours can be explained from several perspectives". Justify the statement in light of the role of behavioural and emotional factors.

    15
  3. 3.

    Discuss the symptoms and causes of obsessive-compulsive disorder.

    15

Group B

Short Answer Questions (Attempt any FOUR questions)(4 × 10 = 40)

  1. 4.

    Describe the cases of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Illustrate its symptoms.

    10
  2. 5.

    With suitable examples, describe types of substance-related disorders.

    10
  3. 6.

    Differentiate between, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder. Outline diagnostic criteria for binge eating disorder.

    10
  4. 7.

    Describe a behavioural approach to treating anxiety disorders with suitable examples.

    10
  5. 8.

    "Causes of schizophrenia are diverse." Justify.

    10
  6. 9.

    Describe the prevalence and symptoms of depressive disorder.

    10

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