Lecture 4- Anxiety disorder with panic Flashcards
1
Q
What is the aetiology of phobias?
A
Freud’s psychodynamic theory (displaced fears)
Social learning theory
Classical conditioning of fear acquisition
Evolutionary perspectives
2
Q
What are the 2 areas of interests for panic attacks?
A
11 somatic symptoms and 2 cognitive symptoms
3
Q
What is agoraphobia? List the diagnostic criteria.
A
Fear of being in the open, eventually causing the individual to be home-bound. 2 or more symptoms: - public transport - open spaces - enclosed spaces - standing in line/ in crowds - fear of leaving house alone
4
Q
What role does shyness play in social anxiety?
A
It predisposes a person to the development of social anxiety. However, it only becomes social anxiety disorder when there is a fear of negative evaluation and avoidance of social situations.
5
Q
Explain the psychological vulnerabilities that are important in affecting whether individuals go on to develop panic disorders after a panic attack.
A
Genetics Use of CNS stimulants/depressants Major life stressors History Abnormally sensitive fear network Medical conditions
6
Q
What are the subtypes of panic disorders?
A
- Situationally cued
- Uncued
- Situationally predisposed
