Test 2 - Chapters 4-6 Flashcards
_________ is a physiological and emotional response to a real or perceived imminent threat to one’s well-being
Fear
_________ is a physiological and emotional response in anticipation of future threat (Hasn’t happened yet)
Anxiety
“Normal anxiety” vs. “Abnormal anxiety”
_________ Triggered by subjective (personal) ideas (sometimes), without evidence of objective threat.
Normal Anxiety
“Normal anxiety” vs. “Abnormal anxiety”
_________ Uncomfortable; with situational context.
Normal Anxiety
“Normal anxiety” vs. “Abnormal anxiety”
_________ Triggers adaptive responses.
Normal Anxiety
“Normal anxiety” vs. “Abnormal anxiety”
_________ Subsides as perceived uncertainty dissipates.
Normal Anxiety
“Normal anxiety” vs. “Abnormal anxiety”
_________ Triggered by subjective (personal) ideas, without evidence of objective threat.
Abnormal anxiety
“Normal anxiety” vs. “Abnormal anxiety”
_________ Uncomfortable; without situational context.
Abnormal anxiety
“Normal anxiety” vs. “Abnormal anxiety”
_________ Disproportionate and debilitating. (stop you in your tracks)
Abnormal anxiety
“Normal anxiety” vs. “Abnormal anxiety”
_________ Unrealistic or irrational by nature.
Persistent and impairing
Abnormal anxiety
_________ :
Group of disorders marked by excessive fear and anxiety
Free floating feelings of tension (not caused by anything in particular), apprehension, anxiety, worry and fear.
Anxiety Disorders
_________ :
Feelings may be persistent (constantly with you) or periodically experienced (often social situation or a phobia).
Not triggered by objective danger, but anxiety is severe and disruptive.
Anxiety Disorders
_________ an anxiety disorder marked by persistent and excessive feelings of anxiety and worry (apprehensive expectation), occurring more days than not for at least 6 months, about numerous events and activities (no specific trigger).
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Generalized Anxiety Disorder:
an anxiety disorder marked by persistent and excessive feelings of anxiety and worry, occurring more days than not for at least _________ , about numerous events and activities (no specific trigger).
6 months
Generalized Anxiety Disorder:
Within a 6 month time period, _________ or more symptoms are experienced, some of which have been present more days than not for the past 6 months
three
Symptoms of _________ :
irritability, sleep disturbance, muscle tension, being easily fatigued, difficulty concentrating, feeling “keyed up”, etc.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder:
_________ :
(Worried about most things most of the time)
(Does NOT generally avoid situations)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder:
_________ :
an anxiety disorder characterized by persistent, irrational, and intense fear of an object or situation, often accompanied by avoidance of the triggering object or situation.
Phobias
_________ :
Fear is triggered by clearly discernible object or situation, containing no evidence of real or objective threat.
Phobias
Phobias:
Only experience when confronted with the _________
specific phobia
Symptoms of _________ :
palpitations, sweating, trembling, choking sensation, dizziness, nausea, hyper-ventilation, and increased tension
Phobias
_________ :
Intense, irrational fears triggered by specific objects or situations that are not objectively threatening
Specific Phobias
_________ :
an anxiety disorder characterized by intense bouts of fear and anxiety triggered by exposure to social or performance situations
Social Anxiety Disorder
_________ :
an anxiety disorder in which a person is afraid to be in public places or situations from which escape might be difficult (or embarrassing) or help unavailable if panic-like symptoms were to occur
Agoraphobia
_________ :
The fear is recognized as excessive or unreasonable
Avoidance patterns and anxiety are sufficient to disrupt daily routine
Anxiety is distressing; it impairs occupational and social functioning
Social Anxiety Disorder
_________ :
an anxiety disorder marked by recurrent and unpredictable panic attacks (not triggered by anything specific)
Panic Disorder
_________ : periods of intense fear and discomfort that reaches a peak within minutes, with four or more of the following symptoms
Panic attack
Symptoms of _________ : Sweating, pounding heart, trembling, shortness of breath, feelings of choking, chest pain, nausea or abdominal discomfort, dizziness, chills or heat sensations, fear of losing control, fear of dying, etc…
Panic Disorder
Panic Disorder:
an anxiety disorder marked by recurrent and unpredictable panic attacks (not triggered by _________ )
anything specific
_________ :Presence of recurrent obsessions, compulsions, or both
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder:
The obsessions and/or compulsions are time-consuming (more than _________ a day) or cause clinically significant distress or impairment
1 hour
_________ manifest in persistent and intrusive thoughts, impulses or images that invade a person’s consciousness
Obsessions
_________ manifest in repetitive or ritualistic behaviors or mental acts to prevent or reduce anxiety (e.g. hand washing, checking, counting)
Compulsions
_________ :
- an obsessive-compulsive-related disorder marked by a failure to resist collecting or saving items
- Attempts to discard cause distress
Hoarding disorder
_________ :
an obsessive-compulsive-related disorder marked by recurrent patterns of plucking hairs from scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, etc…
Trichotillomania (hair-pulling)
_________ :
- an obsessive-compulsive-related disorder marked by recurrent patterns of picking at the skin, causing sores or wounds
- Area of attack may include lips, fingers, arms, legs, etc…
Excoriation (skin-picking)
_________ :
- an obsessive-compulsive-related disorder in which perceived and/or imagined defects or flaws are consuming
- Concerns are exaggerated and creates significant distress
Body dysmorphic disorder
_________ :
Antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, biofeedback, and relaxation training.
Treatment
_________ :
unconscious, internal conflict
free-association and interpretation
Psychodynamic therapy
_________ :
recognize and replace behaviors.
Exposure and response prevention
Fear extinguished by repeated exposure.
Behavioral therapies
_________ :
modify thoughts by neutralizing, redirecting focus, or eliminating.
recognize and monitor disruptive thoughts and behaviors (accept and commit)
Cognitive therapies
Triggering _________ :
Job interviews
Wedding
Long-term problems, i.e. debt, poverty, conflict
Divorce
Stressors
Triggering _________ :
Graduation
Relocating
Funerals
Confronting challenges, school, relationships, etc.
Stressors
Triggering _________ :
Major assaults, e.g., rape Anger rape Sadistic rape Power rape Horrific accidents
Traumas
Triggering _________ :
Military combat; terrorism Horrific abuse; torture Physical Sexual Emotional Disquieting Attacks
Traumas
_________
a feeling of strain or pressure triggered by demands or stressors.
Associated fight-flight responses initiated when hypothalamus activates:
Autonomic nervous system
Endocrine system
Stress
_________ – positive pressures trigger associated reactions. (christmas, weddings, baby)
Eustress
_________ —negative pressures trigger associated reactions. (death of spouse, loss of job)
Distress
Responses to Stress:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ : Feeling upset Inability to concentrate Irritability Loss of self-confidence
Psychological
Responses to Stress:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ : Worry Difficulty making decisions Racing thoughts Absent-mindedness
Psychological
Responses to Stress:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ : Rapid pulse Pounding heart Increased respiration Tightened stomach
Physiological
Responses to Stress:
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ : Tensing of arm and leg muscles Shortness of breath Gritting of teeth Muscle tension
Physiological
Responses to Stress:
_________ :
Deterioration in performance effectiveness
Smoking, use of alcohol or other drugs
Accident proneness
Behavioral
Responses to Stress:
_________ :
Nervous mannerisms (foot tapping, nail biting)
Increased or decreased eating
Increased or decreased sleeping
Behavioral