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Psychopathology Flashcards

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Define deviation from social norms

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Any behaviour that goes against societal expectations e.g. being polite.

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Emotional characteristics of depression

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Anger, lowered mood & self esteem

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Behavioural characteristics of depression

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Disrupted sleep and eating, aggression, self harm

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Cognitive characteristics of depression

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Poor concentration, absolutist thinking (black and white thinking)

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How are phobias initiated by CC?

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NS + UCS = Fear
UCS —> CS = CR (Fear)

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What is systematic desensitisation?

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Treatment. Attempts to replace fear with the feared objects with relaxation. Exposed to fear in stages.

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Why is SD preferred to flooding?

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Flooding is not suitable for all as it produces a lot of stress and trauma. Lots are unable to complete, therefore it is less effective

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What is the diathesis-stress model?

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Suggests: certain genes lead to increased risk of certain mental disorders (as a result of an event)

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What is a negative triad?

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Cog approach. How schemas of self, future and the world = depression

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What is failure to function adequately?

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Inability to cope with everyday life e.g. not leaving the house

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How does *Social Learning Theory** explain phobias?

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Phobias may be acquired through mimicking others. E.g. if a child sees an adult scared of dogs, they may act the same to get attention (rewards).

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**Emotional* characteristics of OCD

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Anxiety, distress, guilt, disgust, accompanying depression

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Behavioural characteristics of OCD

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Repetitive compulsions, avoidance

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Cognitive characteristics of OCD

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Obsessive thoughts, coping strategies

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How are phobias maintained through OC?

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Behaviour = Ideal outcome = Repeat
Negative reinforcement: Avoidance reduces anxiety, so they avoid it more

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How does Cog theory explain depression?

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Depression is due to irrational thinking and negative thoughts.

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How does biological theory explain OCD

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Abnormal levels of dopamine & serotonin.
Worries aren’t suppressed

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Emotional characteristics of phobias

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Anxiety, fear, unreasonable response

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Behavioural characteristics of phobias

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Panic, avoidance

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Cognitive characteristics of depression

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Irrational beliefs, selective attention, cognitive distortion (delusions)

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How does the cog approach treat depression?

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CBT

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How does the bio approach treat OCD

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Drugs to reduce symptoms. SSRIs to increase serotonin levels

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