Unit VIII - Clinical Psychology and Unit IX - Social Psychology Flashcards
Psychological Disorder
a condition characterized by distressing, impairing, and/or irregular thoughts, feelings, behaviors
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
guide to the diagnosis of mental disorders
Confidentiality
info between a patient and a therapist that can’t be shared
Insanity Defense
a defense that someone can plead in a trail
Medical (Biological) Explanation of Abnormal Behavior
disorders are a result of biological issues
Psychodynamic Explanation of Abnormal Behavior
disorders come from unresolved childhood conflicts
Humanistic Explanation of Abnormal Behavior
individuals are responsible for their own behavior
Cognitive Explanation of Abnormal Behavior
disorders are caused by thoughts and beliefs
Behavioral Explanation of Abnormal Behavior
disorders are learned responses (reinforcement)
Socio-Cultural Explanation of Abnormal Behavior
disorders are shaped by family, society, culture
Neurodevelopmental Disorder
group of conditions in which growth of brain is affected
Neurocognitive Disorder
decreased mental function due to disease other than a psychiatric illness
ADHD Symptoms
- unable to sit still
- constant fidgeting
- can’t concentrate
- excessive talking
Autism Symptoms
- difficulty communicating
- must follow certain routine
Alzheimer’s Disease Symptoms
- mental decline
- confusion
- delusions
- forgetfulness
Delirium Symptoms
- confusion
- difficulty paying attention
- difficulty thinking
- drowsiness
Hallucinations
an experience involving perception of something not actually there
Delusions
a false belief/judgement about external reality
Catatonia
irregular movement and behavior coming from a disturbed mental state
Bipolar I
more highs than lows
energetic and then depressed states
Manic Episode
state characterized by high energy, excitement, decreased need for sleep, a high
Rapid Cycling
presence of at least 4 mood episodes in previous 12 months that meet the criteria for manic, hypomanic, or major depressive episode
Bipolar II
more lows than highs
energetic and then depressed states
Cyclothymic Disorder
exaggerated feeling of happiness, very talkative, does risky behavior
MDD Symptoms
- irritability
- hard to sleep
- hopelessness
- depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Symptoms
- down most of the day
- losing interest in hobbies
- low energy
- sleeping too much
Persistent Depression (PDD) Symptoms
- sadness
- lack of energy
- low self-esteem
- trouble focusing
Premenstrual Dysmorphic Disorder Symptoms
- depression
- irritability
- moodiness
- feeling overwhelmed
Generalized Anxiety (GAD) Symptoms
- restlessness
- trouble concentrating
- muscle tension
- trouble sleeping
Panic Disorder Symptoms
- sudden episodes of intense anxiety
Phobias
extreme fear of something
Agoraphobia
fear of situations where one has felt loss of control/panic
Social Phobia
fear of social situations
Selective Mutism Symptoms
- nervous
- socially awkward
- rude
- clingy
- shy
OCD Symptoms
- obsessive thoughts
- compulsive behaviors
Hoarding Disorder Symptoms
- can’t get rid of possessions
PTSD Symptoms
- haunted memories
- nightmares
- social withdrawal
- jumpy anxiety
Dissociative Disorder
condition that involves experiencing a loss of connection between thoughts, memories, surroundings, behaviors, identity
Dissociative Amnesia Symptoms
- memory loss that can’t be explained
Dissociative Amnesia With Fugue Symptoms
- memory loss that can’t be explained
- wonders away from home
Depersonalization Disorder
you often feel that you’re seeing yourself from outside your body
Derealization Disorder
you sense that things around you aren’t real
Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) Symptoms
existence of two or more identities
Somatic Symptom Disorder
symptoms take a somatic (bodily) form without apparent physical cause
Somatic Symptom Disorder Symptoms
- worry
- depression
- anxiety
Illness Anxiety Disorder (IAD) Disorder Symptoms
- constantly thinking you have a disease
Conversion Disorder Symptoms
- loss of sense without known cause
Factitious Disorder Symptoms
- stomach pain
- seizures
- passing out
Anorexia Nervosa Symptoms
- altered body image
- low body weight
- fear of being fat
Bulimia Nervosa Symptoms
- normal/above average body weight
- episodes of binge eating and then purposely vomiting
Paranoid Symptoms
- grudges
- isolation
- sensitive to criticism
- not trust others
Schizoid Symptoms
- doesn’t enjoy close relationships
- doesn’t like many activities
- lacks close friends
- indifferent to praise/criticisms
Schizotypal Symptoms
- unusual behavior, thinking,, manners
Histrionic Symptoms
- constantly seeking attention
- inappropriate behavior
- flirtatious
- manipulative
Narcissistic Symptoms
- lots of confidence
- lack of empathy
- sense of specialness
Borderline Symptoms
- fear of abandonment
- unclear self-image
- impulsive
- self-harm
- feeling of empathy
Antisocial Symptoms
- act witty and charming
- break law repeatedly
- not show guilt
Avoidant Symptoms
- need to be well liked
- lack of pleasure in hobbies
- anxiety about saying/doing wrong things
- people pleaser