Psychopathology key words Flashcards
1
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Social norms
A
The way an individual is expected to behave in a certain situation
2
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Deviation from social norms
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What society defines as behaviour that is offensive or unacceptable
3
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Statistical infrequency
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An individuals trait, thinking or behaviour is classified as abnormal if it is rare or statistically unusual
4
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Failure to function adequately
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An inability to cope with the demands of day to day living
5
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Deviation from ideal mental health
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Not meeting a set of criteria for good mental health
6
Q
What are phobias?
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An irrational fear of an object or situation
7
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Systematic desensitisation
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Gradual exposure to phobic stimulus used with relaxation techniques to break the association
8
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Flooding
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A patient is exposed to an extreme form of the phobic stimulus for a long time
