EXAM 1 Flashcards
For Americans age ___-___, mental disorders are the leasing cause of disability
15-44
what does DSM stand for?
diagnostic statistical manuals of mental health
This DSM outlines a researched-based, empirical and phenomenlogical approach to diagnosis, which attempted to be atheroretical with regard to etiology?
DSM III
which DSM is characterized as the “Biologic” approach?
DSM IV
Which DSM serves as the guide for clinical practical? it is considered a tool to teach psychopathology
DSM IV
The DSM does NOT classify people; it classifies _______.
disorders
what is a clinically significant behavioral or psychological syndrome or pattern?
Mental Disorder
T/F: a mental disorder is not an expected cultural response
T
DSM IV has a multiaxial classification system. what are they? CPmrGPG
axis 1: clincal disorders
axis 2: personality disorders & mental retardation
axis 3: general medical conditions
axis 4: psychosocial and environmental problems
axis 5: global assessment of functioning
CPmr-GPG
This axis would be associated with schizophrenia, bipolar, panic disorder, alcohol abuse & major depression?
Axis 1
what is the onset of axis 1?
A. childhood
B. adolescence/adult
C. elderly
B
Adolescence/adult
Axis 1 conditions are considered __________?
illnesses
This axis used to note maladaptive personality traits and behavior problems?
Axis 2
Which axis deals with personality disorders and mental retardation?
Axis 2
Which axis would be associated with asthma in anxiety patients?
Axis 3