Question

according to the cognitive perspective, what are the central components of abnormal behavior?
a. biological factors (neurotransmitters, hormones, etc)
b. traumatic experiences
c. family, friends, society
d. thoughts and beliefs

Explanation:

The Cognitive Perspective in psychology (a subfield of Social Science) emphasizes the role of mental processes like thoughts and beliefs in behavior. Option a relates to the Biological Perspective, option b to the Psychodynamic/Trauma - related perspectives, option c to the Sociocultural Perspective, while option d aligns with the Cognitive Perspective's focus on thoughts and beliefs as central to abnormal behavior.

Answer:

d. thoughts and beliefs