Psychopathology Flashcards
Weaknesses Of Rosenhan and Seligman
Everyone suffers at some point, dangerous activities aren’t seen as abnormal, society’s views change
What is Rosenhan&Seligman 1989 - Criteria of Abnormality?
Suffering/Distress, Maladaptiveness, Irrationality, Unpredictability, Vividness/Unconventionality, Observer discomfort, Violates morality
What is Jahoda 1958 - Ideal Mental Health?
Attitude toward self, Personal growth towards becoming self actualising, Ability to cope with stress, Autonomy, Realistic perception of what reality is, Being able to adapt to change.
Weaknesses of Jahoda 1958
Someone can be less than ideal but be perfectly healthy, Apply to a middle class western perspective.
Explain the Biological Approach
Abnormal behaviour is caused by physical changes in the body. This can be because of genes, biochemical changes in the brain and micro organisms. Disorders can be treated by physical means eg drugs or ECT
What did McGuffin et al 1996 find
46% concordance in MZ twins but 20% in DZ twins for depression.
What did Allen 1976 find
72% concordance in MZ twins but 14% in DZ twins for bipolar depression
A weakness of McGuffin et al 1996 and Allen 1976
The twins grew up in the same home enviroment, so depression may be due to influences at home.
Strengths of the Biological Approach
Bases of biological research, doesn’t blame the individual
Weaknesses of the Biological Approach
Not clear whether physical symptoms are the cause or effect of the illness, doesn’t take environmental factors into account.
Explain the Cognitive Approach
Abnormality is caused by faulty thinking, We have free will, The individual is able use free will to correct their thinking
Ellis’s ABC Model 1962
An activating agent leads to a Rational Belief or an Irrational Belief which leads to a Healthy Consequence or an Unhealthy Consequence.
