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- The diathesis model explains that those who are already genetically predisposed towards a particular disorder, are more likely to show abnormal behaviour if exposed to environmental stress.
- The disorder is a result of both biological factors (nature) and life experiences (nurture).
- Stressful environmental experiences could be childhood abuse, family conflict, divorce, or death.
- The model states that the stronger the diathesis, the lesser is the less stress required to trigger abnormal behaviour.
- Hence, a similar situation leads to different reactions by different people.
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