Chapter 2: An Integrative Approach to Psychopathology Flashcards
Biological Dimensions
Include the field of genetics and neuroscience.
Psychological Dimensions
Include behavioral and cognitive processes.
Emotional Influences
Contribute to psychopathology as do social and interpersonal influences.
Developmental Influences
Figure in any discussion of causes of psychosocial disorders.
One-dimensional model
Psychopathology is caused by a physical abnormality
Multidimensional model
Involves the approach of the cognitive, emotional, and social dimensions to learning.
Diathesis-stress model
Individuals inherit tendencies to express certain traits or behaviors which may be then activated when stress is present.
Other term for tendency in diathesis
Vulnerability
What would happen if you have a great underlying vulnerability(diathesis)?
Less stress is needed to trigger a disorder.
Gene-environment correlation model
It indicates that genetic endowment may increase the probability that an individual will experience stressful life events.
Neurotransmitters
Carry messages from one neuron to another that continue to receive intense attention.
Neurotransmitter Functions
Agonists - Increase the activity of a neurotransmitter.
Inverse Agonists - Produce opposite effects that are produced by the neurotransmitter.
Antagonists - Decrease or block a neurotransmitter.
Glutamate
Excitatory transmitter that “turns on” many different neurons.
GABA or gamma-aminobutyric acid
Inhibitory transmitter that regulate transmission of information and action potentials
Dopamine
It is implicated in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia.
Associated with exploratory, outgoing and pleasure-seeking behaviors.
