The cognitive model of explaining the causes of abnormal behavior is similar to the ________ approach.

A) humanistic
B) mystical
C) systems
D) learning/behavioral

The cognitive model of abnormal behavior suggests that faulty patterns of thinking lead to maladaptive behavior. This is similar to the learning/behavioral approach, which emphasizes how past experiences and reinforcement shape behavior. The humanistic approach focuses on individual growth and potential, while the mystical and systems approaches involve more spiritual or societal factors in explaining abnormal behavior.