Lecture 92 and 93 - The DSM V and Us

Question 1

A mental disorder is a syndrome characterized by significant disturbance in an individual’s _____, ______ regulation, or ______.

Answer 1

Cognition, Emotional regulation, or Behavior

Question 2

When distinguishing between Bipolar I and Bipolar II, which one is characterized by Psychotic features associated with Mania?

Answer 2

Bipolar I

Remember that Psychotic features DISCLUDE Bipolar II as a possible diagnosis.

Question 3

______ is the drug of choice for treatment of Bipolar I, while _______ (particularly _______ acid) are the drugs of choice for all other MOOD disorders.

Answer 3

Lithium

Anticonvulsants

Valproic acid (keep in mind this drug is a TERATOGEN)

Question 4

What is the difference in standard practice for treatment of Depression vs Anxiety?

Answer 4

NOTHING! Both are treated with Antidepressants.

Question 5

The one medication that is good for treatment of Anxiety but NOT good for depression is ______, while the drug that is good for treatment of Depression but NOT anxiety is _______.

Answer 5

Buspirone

Bupropion

Question 6

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy focuses on understanding Underlying, Intrapsychic, and Unconscious reasons for problematic behavior. Essentially it focuses on making sense of the _____ (past or present?).

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy works to identify cognitions and thoughts that ultimately affect behavior and to learn new coping skills and adaptive behaviors. Essentially it focuses on making sense of the _______ (past or present?)

Answer 6

Past

Present