Psychological Disorders and Treatments Flashcards
What are the psychological risk factors for a psychological disorder?
The psychological risk factors for a disorder are rumination (excessive thinking or worrying) impaired reasoning and memory, stress and poor self-efficacy.
What are the biological risk factors for a psychological disorder?
Biological risk factors for a psychological disorder are genetic predisposition, physiological structures of the body and biochemical processes of the brain and nervous system.
What are the social risk factors for a psychological disorder?
The social risk factors for a psychological disorder are disorganised attachment and loss of significant relationships.
What are the symptoms of Generalised Anxiety Disorder (anxiety disorders)
The symptoms for Generalised Anxiety Disorder according to DSM-V are:
- irritability
- edginess and restlessness
- difficulty concentrating
- digestive problems.
- muscle tension
- sleeping issues.
What is the impact of stigma on seeking help?
Stigma can be described as a “mark of disgrace” that labels a person as difficult and separates them from others. This leads to shame or embarrassment for a person’s disorder. meaning they are less likely to seek or accept help. Often there is a stigma attached to seeking treatment; mental health patients can feel devalued, and a stigma acts as a barrier to people seeking professional help.
How do psychotherapies treat psychological disorders?
Psychotherapies are more personal than drug therapy, and highly individualised to meet the need of the client. These focus on addressing a person’s life situation and subjective understanding of their psychological problems.
How does pharmacotherapy treat psychological disorders?
Pharmacotherapy is used when a therapist believes that the mental disorder is caused by biological factors. It is recommendation to combine therapy with diet, exercise and drugs.
How does electroconvulsive therapy treat psychological disorders?
Previously known as electroshock therapy, this treatment induces seizures in patients. These are intended to provide relief in patients suffering from mental health issues, particularly bipolar mood disorder and major depressive disorder.
How does psychosurgery therapy treat psychological disorders?
Psychosurgery is when a small area or piece of the brain is removed or destroyed. This has been trialled for OCD treatment and severe forms of depressive disorders.
What is the placebo effect?
The placebo effect is when participants’ behaviour is influenced by their expectations of how they should behave, caused by the belief they have received some treatment.
