Chapter 13 Flashcards
What are the 4 terms that define abnormal behavior? And a short explanation.
Typicality - when behavior is atypical or rarely seen
Dysfunction - when behavior interferes with daily life
Distress - when behaviors or emotions cause one to be upset or uncomfortable
Deviance - when behavior is outside of society standards.
What does DSM-5 stand for and who uses it?
Diagnostic and statistical Manuel for mental disorders and trained mental Heath professionals use it.
How is the DSM-5 used?
It is used to summarize the signs and symptoms of disorders for the clinician to use as an evaluative tool, it can help guide them to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment.
What explains psychological disorders from biological standpoint, focusing on genes, neurochemical imbalances, and problems in the brain?
Biology medical
What 3 factors does the biopsychosocial perspective consider the complex interaction that possibly contribute to a specific disorder?
Biological factors
Psychological factors
Sociocultural factors
What anxiety disorder causes extreme fear or discomfort that escalates quickly even with no trigger, usually with symptoms of increased heart rate, sweating, shortness of breath, chest pain, nausea, lightheadness, and fear of dying?
Panic attack
In the biology of panic disorder a smaller what may be related which involved in fight or flight response, fear, and aggression and memories associated with these emotions?
A smaller Amygdala
What disorder has genetic factors, neurotransmitters and brain irregularities, and hormones with higher levels of cortisol?
Depression disorder
What is a psychological disorder characterized by obsessions and or compulsions that are time-consuming and cause a great deal of distress?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
What has a distinct fear of social situations and scrutiny by others?
Social anxiety disorder (social phobia)
What has states of elation that are out of proportion to the setting and can include irritability, very high and sustained levels of energy, and an expansive mood?
Manic episodes
What are some symptoms of manic episodes?
Grandiose or extremely high self-esteem Reduced sleep Increased talkativeness A flight of ideas or feeling of racing thoughts Easily distracted Heightened activity at school or work Physical agitation Display of poor judgement and engaging in activities that could have serious consequences
What disorder makes someone have a loss of contact with reality that is severe and chronic; hallmark features in disturbances in thinking, perception, and language; psychotic symptoms include delusions and hallucinations.
Schizophrenia
What excesses or distortions of normal behavior, and include delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized speech, all of which are generally not observed in people without psychosis?
Positive symptoms
What is the reduction or absense of normal behaviors, with symptoms of social withdrawal, diminished speech or speech content, limited emotions, and loss of energy and follow up?
Negative symptoms
