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... - Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – experience depression only in certain parts of the year, winter, treated with light therapy - Bipolar disorder, also know as manic depression- involves both depressed and manic episodes Theories on causes - Aaron Beck, cognitive theorist says comes from unreason ...
... - Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – experience depression only in certain parts of the year, winter, treated with light therapy - Bipolar disorder, also know as manic depression- involves both depressed and manic episodes Theories on causes - Aaron Beck, cognitive theorist says comes from unreason ...
Mental and Emotional Health Notes Mental Health Mental health is
... Condition in which a person eats ____________ amounts of food and then tries to purge (vomit). Either force themselves to throw up or take laxatives ( have to go to bathroom). Extremely concerned with being thin and attractive Overwhelming need to be in control of their body Damages the body with st ...
... Condition in which a person eats ____________ amounts of food and then tries to purge (vomit). Either force themselves to throw up or take laxatives ( have to go to bathroom). Extremely concerned with being thin and attractive Overwhelming need to be in control of their body Damages the body with st ...
Anxiety and Somatoform Disorders
... 2. Conversion disorder is characterized by a specific physical complaint, such as paralysis of the legs, or blindness. Patients strongly believe there is impairment, but may show less distress than with a real loss. 3. Hypochondriasis is characterized by persistent preoccupation with one's healt ...
... 2. Conversion disorder is characterized by a specific physical complaint, such as paralysis of the legs, or blindness. Patients strongly believe there is impairment, but may show less distress than with a real loss. 3. Hypochondriasis is characterized by persistent preoccupation with one's healt ...
somatoform disorders
... B. Psychological factors are judged to be associated with the symptom or deficit because the initiation or exacerbation of the symptom or deficit is preceded by conflicts or other stressors. C. The symptom or deficit is not intentionally produced or feigned D. The symptom or deficit cannot, after ap ...
... B. Psychological factors are judged to be associated with the symptom or deficit because the initiation or exacerbation of the symptom or deficit is preceded by conflicts or other stressors. C. The symptom or deficit is not intentionally produced or feigned D. The symptom or deficit cannot, after ap ...
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... Causes of Schizophrenic Disorders Biological Perspective • Dopamine Hypothesis- high levels of dopamine are associated with schizophrenia • Antipsychotic drugs used to treat schizophrenia result in lower dopamine levels • Extensive use causes negative side effects- dyskinesia (muscle tremors and st ...
... Causes of Schizophrenic Disorders Biological Perspective • Dopamine Hypothesis- high levels of dopamine are associated with schizophrenia • Antipsychotic drugs used to treat schizophrenia result in lower dopamine levels • Extensive use causes negative side effects- dyskinesia (muscle tremors and st ...
Somatisation medical students
... pains and am frequently sick.’ ‘There’s a big question mark on the reason for this illness. I went through several medical exams but the doctors can’t quite seem to find a reason. I hit balls for half an hour and then have to stop because I’m just too tired.’ ...
... pains and am frequently sick.’ ‘There’s a big question mark on the reason for this illness. I went through several medical exams but the doctors can’t quite seem to find a reason. I hit balls for half an hour and then have to stop because I’m just too tired.’ ...
What is mental illness?
... People with substance use disorders often suffer from other mental health disorders at the same time Sometimes the mental problem occurs first This can lead people to use alcohol or drugs that make them feel better temporarily ...
... People with substance use disorders often suffer from other mental health disorders at the same time Sometimes the mental problem occurs first This can lead people to use alcohol or drugs that make them feel better temporarily ...
Chapter 1 - Human Resourcefulness Consulting
... A mood disorder marked by feelings of great sadness, despair, and hopelessness as well as loss of the ability to feel pleasure – Symptoms also include changes in appetite, weight, and sleep patterns, and difficulty thinking or concentrating ...
... A mood disorder marked by feelings of great sadness, despair, and hopelessness as well as loss of the ability to feel pleasure – Symptoms also include changes in appetite, weight, and sleep patterns, and difficulty thinking or concentrating ...
Differential Diagnosis: Factitious Disorders vs. Somatoform Disorders
... – (i.e. this is the underlying mechanism in panic disorder) ...
... – (i.e. this is the underlying mechanism in panic disorder) ...
Dissociative Disorders
... characterized by the existence of two or more distinct personalities within one person. a. The original personality is unaware of other personalities, but they are conscious of the original personality and often of each other. b. Each personality maintains its own identity, name, and distinctive ...
... characterized by the existence of two or more distinct personalities within one person. a. The original personality is unaware of other personalities, but they are conscious of the original personality and often of each other. b. Each personality maintains its own identity, name, and distinctive ...
Anorexia Nervosa and Bulima Nervosa Critical Analysis of It`s
... laxatives, diuretics, enemas, or other medications; fasting; or excessive exercise. C. The binge eating and inappropriate compensatory behaviors both occur, on average, at least twice a week for 3 months. D. Self-evaluation is unduly influenced by body shape and weight. E. The disturbance does not oc ...
... laxatives, diuretics, enemas, or other medications; fasting; or excessive exercise. C. The binge eating and inappropriate compensatory behaviors both occur, on average, at least twice a week for 3 months. D. Self-evaluation is unduly influenced by body shape and weight. E. The disturbance does not oc ...
depressive disorders
... Socially unacceptable (Deviation from Ideal): › Behavior violates social ...
... Socially unacceptable (Deviation from Ideal): › Behavior violates social ...
Personality Disorders
... Personality dictates how we interact with people and how we act in different situations and environments. Personality is an integral component of our identity. A personality disorder occurs when a person exhibits a distressing pattern of mood and behaviour that have a negative impact on themselves a ...
... Personality dictates how we interact with people and how we act in different situations and environments. Personality is an integral component of our identity. A personality disorder occurs when a person exhibits a distressing pattern of mood and behaviour that have a negative impact on themselves a ...
Ch 12
... 47. Discuss hypochondriasis. Where do hypochondriacs often end up going for treatment? 48. What is the common denominator for dissociative disorders? 49. Discuss dissociative amnesia. To what other disorder that we have previously discussed is dissociative amnesia similar? 50. Discuss dissociative f ...
... 47. Discuss hypochondriasis. Where do hypochondriacs often end up going for treatment? 48. What is the common denominator for dissociative disorders? 49. Discuss dissociative amnesia. To what other disorder that we have previously discussed is dissociative amnesia similar? 50. Discuss dissociative f ...
Abnormal Psychology - Solon City Schools
... • Patients find themselves in an unfamiliar environment with no knowledge of past life - create physical distance from real identity • Triggered by stress ...
... • Patients find themselves in an unfamiliar environment with no knowledge of past life - create physical distance from real identity • Triggered by stress ...
Module 69 - Personality Disorders
... • Dr. Robert Hare, a leading researcher in the field of psychopathy, developed a test called the lexical decision paradigm. Brain activity (EEG) is recorded while a person views strings of letters and presses a button whenever the letters form a word. The words are neutral (table, plate) or negative ...
... • Dr. Robert Hare, a leading researcher in the field of psychopathy, developed a test called the lexical decision paradigm. Brain activity (EEG) is recorded while a person views strings of letters and presses a button whenever the letters form a word. The words are neutral (table, plate) or negative ...
The Environmental Science of Mood Disorders
... • Rauch et al.-- PET studies in PTSD. When exposed to reminders of trauma: a) Increase of perfusion in right hemisphere; b)Decrease in oxygen consumption in the left inferior frontal cortex , i.e., Broca’s Area. Thus, trauma may lead to speechless terror. ...
... • Rauch et al.-- PET studies in PTSD. When exposed to reminders of trauma: a) Increase of perfusion in right hemisphere; b)Decrease in oxygen consumption in the left inferior frontal cortex , i.e., Broca’s Area. Thus, trauma may lead to speechless terror. ...
"Abnormal" Psychology
... 1. Very few people are actually affected by psychological disorders. 2. People sometimes forget a very traumatic event as a way of coping with the psychological stress of the trauma. ...
... 1. Very few people are actually affected by psychological disorders. 2. People sometimes forget a very traumatic event as a way of coping with the psychological stress of the trauma. ...
Chap16
... Freud studied with Charcot and later wrote “Studies in Hysteria” with Breuer, based on the case study of Anna O. He thought “hysterics suffer mainly from ...
... Freud studied with Charcot and later wrote “Studies in Hysteria” with Breuer, based on the case study of Anna O. He thought “hysterics suffer mainly from ...
Chapter 14 Psychological Disorders
... begins within three months following childbirth •Marked by mood swings, despondency, feelings of inadequacy, and an inability to cope with the new baby •May last from two months to one year •Part of the problem may be hormonal ...
... begins within three months following childbirth •Marked by mood swings, despondency, feelings of inadequacy, and an inability to cope with the new baby •May last from two months to one year •Part of the problem may be hormonal ...
Abnormal and treatment
... CAUSES OF SOMATOFORM DISORDERS May "convert" stress into a physical problem People with certain personality traits are more susceptible – the more Neurotic you are the higher the chance, also if ...
... CAUSES OF SOMATOFORM DISORDERS May "convert" stress into a physical problem People with certain personality traits are more susceptible – the more Neurotic you are the higher the chance, also if ...
SOMATOFORM DISORDERS - New York Medical College
... days a month vs. 0.48 days for the general population ...
... days a month vs. 0.48 days for the general population ...
Ch 17 Mental Disorders
... The most serious mental disturbance that involves loss of contact with reality, thought disorder, hallucinations, and delusions. It effects about 1% of the population. Obvious symptoms are disorganized thoughts garbled speech, as well as hallucinations and delusions. – 1. Probably not a single disor ...
... The most serious mental disturbance that involves loss of contact with reality, thought disorder, hallucinations, and delusions. It effects about 1% of the population. Obvious symptoms are disorganized thoughts garbled speech, as well as hallucinations and delusions. – 1. Probably not a single disor ...
Abnormal Psychology
... behaviors or mental acts that the person feels driven to perform in response to an obsession. The behaviors are aimed at preventing or reducing distress or a feared situation. [In the most severe cases, a constant repetition of rituals may fill the day, making a normal routine impossible.] ...
... behaviors or mental acts that the person feels driven to perform in response to an obsession. The behaviors are aimed at preventing or reducing distress or a feared situation. [In the most severe cases, a constant repetition of rituals may fill the day, making a normal routine impossible.] ...
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... Mixed mania – Mania or hypomania occurs simultaneously with depressive symptoms Cyclothymia – Mood swings between hypomania and less severe depression Rapid cycling – Four or more episodes of depression, mania, or hypomania that are separated from each other by periods of relatively normal mood ...
... Mixed mania – Mania or hypomania occurs simultaneously with depressive symptoms Cyclothymia – Mood swings between hypomania and less severe depression Rapid cycling – Four or more episodes of depression, mania, or hypomania that are separated from each other by periods of relatively normal mood ...