chapter 16 Flashcards
psychotherapy
interaction between a socially sanctioned clinician and someone suffering from a psychological problem with the goal of providing support or relief from the problem
eclectic psychotherapy
involves drawing from different forms of therapy, depending on the client and the problem
psychoanalytic therapy
psychoanalysis uses a variety of techniques to help the client develop insight . free association. dream analysis. clients may engage in transference ( client projecting feelings of past relationships onto therapist)
psychodynamic therapy
explores childhood events and encourages individuals to use the understanding gained from the exploration to develop insight into their psychological problems
interpersonal therapy
helps clients improve current relationships. address interpersonal relationships to reduce symptoms
humanistic and existential therapy
hold a general positive view of human nature psychological problems from alienation and loneliness, failure to live up to ones potential (humanistic) . failure to find meaning of life (existential).
client/ person centered therapy
assumes all individuals have a tendency towards growth and that this growth can be facilitated by acceptance by and genuine reactions from therapist. Linked with Carl Rogers
behaviour therapy
assumes disordered behaviour is learned and that symptoms of relief is achieved through changing overt, maladaptive behaviours into more constructive behaviours.
exposure therapy
approach to treatment of the client that involves confronting emotion arousing stimulus directly and repeatedly, ultimately leading to a decrease in emotional response.
implosion therapy and flooding
form of exposure therapy. Implosion therapy involves patients having to imagine and relive scenes associated with their anxieties. Flooding is when patients are exposed to their phobias in a controlled and safe environment
response prevention
involves deliberately refraining from engaging in compulsive behaviours that typically reduce anxiety or prevent feared outcomes
cognitive therapy
focuses on helping a client identify and correct any distorted thinking about the self, others, or the world. general treatment of choice for depression
cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
a blend of cognitive and behavioural therapy strategies.
antipsychotic medication
drugs that treat schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders. blocks dopamine receptors in the brain. Includes Mellaril , Haldol
antianxiety medications.
helps reduce a person’s experience of fear or anxiety. Benzodiazepines most common. facilitates the action of GABA. Includes Valium, Ativan, and Xanax
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)
antidepressants that prevent the breakdown of norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine. Included Iproniazid
Tricyclic antidepressants
block reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin. include tofranil and elavil
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI)
antidepressants that block the reuptake of serotonin. include prozac, celexa, and paxil
electro convulsive therapy (ECT)
induces a brief seizure by delivering electric shock to the brain. treats severe depression and bipolar disorder
transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
involves placing a powerful pulsed magnet over a person’s scalp to alter neuronal activity.
deep brain stimulation (DBS)
has the patient implanted with a device that sends electrical stimulation to specific areas of the brain. treat OCD, severe depression, and neurological disorders
Gestalt therapy
a form of psychotherapy whose goal is to help client become aware of their thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and experiences, and to take responsibility for them.
mood stabilizers
medications used to suppress swings between mania and depression. Include Lithium and Valproate
