Abnormal Psychology
... thinking and behaviors that • deviate significantly from the norm • cause distress to the person or people around him/her • are pervasive and present over time ...
... thinking and behaviors that • deviate significantly from the norm • cause distress to the person or people around him/her • are pervasive and present over time ...
Introduction to Psychological Disorders
... diseases have physical causes that can be diagnosed, treated and even cured. Assumes that mental illnesses can be diagnosed on the basis of their symptoms. Through therapy (medical or psychological) these illnesses can be cured. ...
... diseases have physical causes that can be diagnosed, treated and even cured. Assumes that mental illnesses can be diagnosed on the basis of their symptoms. Through therapy (medical or psychological) these illnesses can be cured. ...
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... A. People become more sensitive to stress after experiencing a traumatic life event* B. People become more resilient to stress after experiencing a traumatic life event C. Stressful life events lead to depressive episodes in people who have a family history of depression D. Stressful life events hav ...
... A. People become more sensitive to stress after experiencing a traumatic life event* B. People become more resilient to stress after experiencing a traumatic life event C. Stressful life events lead to depressive episodes in people who have a family history of depression D. Stressful life events hav ...
somatoform disorder and homeopathy
... When a person is stumbling upon a lot of stress and is unable to cope with that stress, then they start experiencing physical symptoms. Homeopathy appreciates the psychological source of somatic symptoms. Homeopathic remedies function at the level of mind and body collectively, thus eradicating the ...
... When a person is stumbling upon a lot of stress and is unable to cope with that stress, then they start experiencing physical symptoms. Homeopathy appreciates the psychological source of somatic symptoms. Homeopathic remedies function at the level of mind and body collectively, thus eradicating the ...
Psychological Disorders
... obsessive fear of social embarrassment or negative judgments – psychodynamic: anxiety disorders are the result of an unconscious conflict or fear; desire to avoid a previously abrasive experience can generate ritualistic behaviors to reduce anxiety (OCD); phobias may be a result of childhood traumas ...
... obsessive fear of social embarrassment or negative judgments – psychodynamic: anxiety disorders are the result of an unconscious conflict or fear; desire to avoid a previously abrasive experience can generate ritualistic behaviors to reduce anxiety (OCD); phobias may be a result of childhood traumas ...
Chapter 12: Psychological Disorders
... • Phobias, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, OCD, & stress disorders. • Psychological features of anxiety – Worrying, fear of worst case scenario, nervousness, inability to relax • Physical features of anxiety – Arousal of sympathetic branch of autonomic nervous system ...
... • Phobias, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, OCD, & stress disorders. • Psychological features of anxiety – Worrying, fear of worst case scenario, nervousness, inability to relax • Physical features of anxiety – Arousal of sympathetic branch of autonomic nervous system ...
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
... A Six or more of the following symptoms of inattention have been present for at least 6 months to a point that is disruptive and inappropriate for developmental level: B Six or more of the following symptoms of hyperactivityimpulsivity have been present for at least 6 months to an extent that is dis ...
... A Six or more of the following symptoms of inattention have been present for at least 6 months to a point that is disruptive and inappropriate for developmental level: B Six or more of the following symptoms of hyperactivityimpulsivity have been present for at least 6 months to an extent that is dis ...
open stax chapter 15 psychological disordersuse
... The graph shows the breakdown of psychological disorders, comparing the percentage prevalence among adult males and adult females in the United States. Because the data is from 2007, the categories shown here are from the DSM-IV, which has been supplanted by the DSM-5. Most categories remain the sam ...
... The graph shows the breakdown of psychological disorders, comparing the percentage prevalence among adult males and adult females in the United States. Because the data is from 2007, the categories shown here are from the DSM-IV, which has been supplanted by the DSM-5. Most categories remain the sam ...
Phobias An example of an anxiety disorder V3
... unimportant, irrelevant object or situation which becomes the phobic stimulus. The child can then deal with the unresolved conflict and the anxiety by avoiding the phobic stimulus. ...
... unimportant, irrelevant object or situation which becomes the phobic stimulus. The child can then deal with the unresolved conflict and the anxiety by avoiding the phobic stimulus. ...
Co-Occurring Disorders
... Use of a substance becomes more problematic over time with tolerance levels increasing and impacts to daily functioning being significant ...
... Use of a substance becomes more problematic over time with tolerance levels increasing and impacts to daily functioning being significant ...
Psychological Disorders - The Independent School
... Shortness of breath, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, trembling, shaking, sweating, choking, nausea, etc. ...
... Shortness of breath, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, trembling, shaking, sweating, choking, nausea, etc. ...
Disorders of Childhood – A General Overview
... “old guy in a tie” vs “experts” Confrontation by peers Mixed groups with experienced leaders did best ...
... “old guy in a tie” vs “experts” Confrontation by peers Mixed groups with experienced leaders did best ...
MOOD DISORDERS
... Heightened mood, exaggerated optimism and self-confidence Decreased need for sleep (less than three hours) without fatigue Grandiose delusions, inflated sense of self-importance Excessive irritability, aggressive behavior Increased physical, mental activity Racing speech, flight of ideas, impulsiven ...
... Heightened mood, exaggerated optimism and self-confidence Decreased need for sleep (less than three hours) without fatigue Grandiose delusions, inflated sense of self-importance Excessive irritability, aggressive behavior Increased physical, mental activity Racing speech, flight of ideas, impulsiven ...
depressive disorders
... DSM-IV evaluates individuals according to five dimensions or axes, thus rendering it a multiaxial system of classification. › Axis I: Mental disorder or learned disorder that might be ...
... DSM-IV evaluates individuals according to five dimensions or axes, thus rendering it a multiaxial system of classification. › Axis I: Mental disorder or learned disorder that might be ...
OCD
... images experience at some time during the disturbance, as intrusive and inappropriate and that cause marked anxiety or distress. – The thoughts/impulses/images are not simply excessive worries about real life problems. – The person attempts to ignore or suppress such thoughts/impulses/images, or neu ...
... images experience at some time during the disturbance, as intrusive and inappropriate and that cause marked anxiety or distress. – The thoughts/impulses/images are not simply excessive worries about real life problems. – The person attempts to ignore or suppress such thoughts/impulses/images, or neu ...
Clinical Psychology
... person has disturbances in thought and perception, and bizarre behaviour ...
... person has disturbances in thought and perception, and bizarre behaviour ...
Treatment of Anxiety and Depression in Children and Youth
... with a sensitive, but can-do approach, utilizing the exposure guidelines. Distraction by Emotional Circumstances: Often young patients and their families live in volatile circumstances or the client has multiple problems and disorders. This can distract attention from focusing on the treatment plan ...
... with a sensitive, but can-do approach, utilizing the exposure guidelines. Distraction by Emotional Circumstances: Often young patients and their families live in volatile circumstances or the client has multiple problems and disorders. This can distract attention from focusing on the treatment plan ...
document
... • Episodic attacks of acute anxiety • Physical symptoms • Anticipatory anxiety – fear of more panic attacks ...
... • Episodic attacks of acute anxiety • Physical symptoms • Anticipatory anxiety – fear of more panic attacks ...
Introduction to Psychology
... Anxiety Disorders Phobia persistent, irrational fear of a specific object or situation Agoraphobia: Fear of situations the person views as difficult to escape from. Fear of leaving one’s home or room in the house Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and/ ...
... Anxiety Disorders Phobia persistent, irrational fear of a specific object or situation Agoraphobia: Fear of situations the person views as difficult to escape from. Fear of leaving one’s home or room in the house Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and/ ...
Review Unit 12 Disorders 2014-2015
... 4. Seasonal Affective Disorder change in daylight hours in winter/spring causes circadian rhythm disturbance , sleep less due to serotonin changes-serotonin impacted by sun light-treatment phototherapy (boosts serotonin levels in brain) ...
... 4. Seasonal Affective Disorder change in daylight hours in winter/spring causes circadian rhythm disturbance , sleep less due to serotonin changes-serotonin impacted by sun light-treatment phototherapy (boosts serotonin levels in brain) ...
Special-needs Children and Mental Health
... Research shows that a high percentage of children with SAD have a parent who also experienced separation anxiety in childhood, which suggests that SAD may have a genetic component.23 This should be taken into account when a teacher shares his or her concerns with the parent so that the child can be ...
... Research shows that a high percentage of children with SAD have a parent who also experienced separation anxiety in childhood, which suggests that SAD may have a genetic component.23 This should be taken into account when a teacher shares his or her concerns with the parent so that the child can be ...
Lesson 9 "Developing a Healthy Mind"
... Anxiety Disorders (continued) • Panic Disorder – A disorder in which feelings of terror strike suddenly & repeatedly with no warning. – Feelings are accompanied by panic attacks (a period of intense fear accompanied by bodily changes. • Bodily changes may include: increased heart rate, weakness, fa ...
... Anxiety Disorders (continued) • Panic Disorder – A disorder in which feelings of terror strike suddenly & repeatedly with no warning. – Feelings are accompanied by panic attacks (a period of intense fear accompanied by bodily changes. • Bodily changes may include: increased heart rate, weakness, fa ...
Signs & Symptoms of Mental Illness & Substance use Disorders
... sensations; racing heart; labored breathing; trembling; chest pains; faintness; numbness; nausea; disorientation; or feelings of dying, losing control, or losing one's mind. ...
... sensations; racing heart; labored breathing; trembling; chest pains; faintness; numbness; nausea; disorientation; or feelings of dying, losing control, or losing one's mind. ...
15PsychologicalDisorders
... A student in the early 1990s was expelled for plagiarism at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He claimed that he had multiple personalities, and one of the other personalities plagiarized without him (the dominant personality) knowing about it. ...
... A student in the early 1990s was expelled for plagiarism at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He claimed that he had multiple personalities, and one of the other personalities plagiarized without him (the dominant personality) knowing about it. ...
Anxiety disorder
Anxiety disorders are a category of mental disorders characterized by feelings of anxiety and fear, where anxiety is a worry about future events and fear is a reaction to current events. These feelings may cause physical symptoms, such as a racing heart and shakiness. There are a number of anxiety disorders: including generalized anxiety disorder, a specific phobia, social anxiety disorder, separation anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, and panic disorder among others. While each has its own characteristics and symptoms, they all include symptoms of anxiety.Anxiety disorders are partly genetic but may also be due to drug use including alcohol and caffeine, as well as withdrawal from certain drugs. They often occur with other mental disorders, particularly major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, certain personality disorders, and eating disorders. The term anxiety covers four aspects of experiences that an individual may have: mental apprehension, physical tension, physical symptoms and dissociative anxiety. The emotions present in anxiety disorders range from simple nervousness to bouts of terror. There are other psychiatric and medical problems that may mimic the symptoms of an anxiety disorder, such as hyperthyroidism.Common treatment options include lifestyle changes, therapy, and medications. Medications are typically recommended only if other measures are not effective. Anxiety disorders occur about twice as often in females as males, and generally begin during childhood. As many as 18% of Americans and 14% of Europeans may be affected by one or more anxiety disorders.