Defining Abnormality Notes
... o Normal = whatever most people do in a given situation o Abnormal = do other than what the majority does Legal model o Normal = control over action, knowledge of right and wrong, “sane” o Abnormal = cannot distinguish between right/wrong, no control, “insane” Medical model o Psychological probl ...
... o Normal = whatever most people do in a given situation o Abnormal = do other than what the majority does Legal model o Normal = control over action, knowledge of right and wrong, “sane” o Abnormal = cannot distinguish between right/wrong, no control, “insane” Medical model o Psychological probl ...
Depression
... Signs and symptoms: Deep sadness/irritable mood. isolation from family and /or friends. Changes in appetite; significant weight gain or loss; eating disorders. Sleep problems - too much or too little. Expressions of low self worth. Lack of interest in activities that once were pleasurable. D ...
... Signs and symptoms: Deep sadness/irritable mood. isolation from family and /or friends. Changes in appetite; significant weight gain or loss; eating disorders. Sleep problems - too much or too little. Expressions of low self worth. Lack of interest in activities that once were pleasurable. D ...
Abnormal Psychology Overview
... When one feels psychological pain such as in depression or debilitating anxiety Diagnoses of psychological disorders all involve VALUE JUDGEMENTS and CULTURAL NORMS about what is normal or abnormal. Both are fallible and change with social trends. ...
... When one feels psychological pain such as in depression or debilitating anxiety Diagnoses of psychological disorders all involve VALUE JUDGEMENTS and CULTURAL NORMS about what is normal or abnormal. Both are fallible and change with social trends. ...
mental illness
... • Disorder in which real or imagined fears prevent a person from enjoying life – Phobia: when a person goes to extreme measures to avoid a fear – General anxiety disorder: feels anxious, fearful, and upset most of the time, but for no specific ...
... • Disorder in which real or imagined fears prevent a person from enjoying life – Phobia: when a person goes to extreme measures to avoid a fear – General anxiety disorder: feels anxious, fearful, and upset most of the time, but for no specific ...
Abnormal Psychology
... research into the classification, causation, diagnosis, prevention, and the treatment of psychological disorders or psychopathology. ...
... research into the classification, causation, diagnosis, prevention, and the treatment of psychological disorders or psychopathology. ...
Mental Health Powerpoint lesson 1
... a job, or make friends There are ways to deal with and overcome disorders Love and Respect (Soloist story) ...
... a job, or make friends There are ways to deal with and overcome disorders Love and Respect (Soloist story) ...
Chapter 8 Lesson 4
... • Feeling anxious, sad or fearful is natural. • If feelings continue for long period of time and make people feel out of control or unable to deal with life may signal mental disorder • Sometimes it has a physical cause, injury to brain, effects of drug use, genentics ...
... • Feeling anxious, sad or fearful is natural. • If feelings continue for long period of time and make people feel out of control or unable to deal with life may signal mental disorder • Sometimes it has a physical cause, injury to brain, effects of drug use, genentics ...
Chapter_9_Outline-2 - McKinney ISD Staff Sites
... f. Conduct Disorder- a pattern of behavior in which the rights of others or basic social rules are violated. i. More common in males than females. ii. May project an image of toughness, but usually have low selfesteem. iii. May have symptoms of other disorders, i.e. anxiety and depression. iv. With ...
... f. Conduct Disorder- a pattern of behavior in which the rights of others or basic social rules are violated. i. More common in males than females. ii. May project an image of toughness, but usually have low selfesteem. iii. May have symptoms of other disorders, i.e. anxiety and depression. iv. With ...
What is Abnormality?
... Medical conditions Social and environmental stressors Level of functioning ...
... Medical conditions Social and environmental stressors Level of functioning ...
What is Abnormal Psychology?
... • Once admitted, “stopped” hearing these voices • Seven received diagnosis of Schizophrenia • Stays ranged from 7 to 52 days, average of 19 days ...
... • Once admitted, “stopped” hearing these voices • Seven received diagnosis of Schizophrenia • Stays ranged from 7 to 52 days, average of 19 days ...
Typical or Troubled Presentation
... challenges, inability to form healthy relationships • Without treatment, more likely to have serious problems: • Academic • Relationships • Employment ...
... challenges, inability to form healthy relationships • Without treatment, more likely to have serious problems: • Academic • Relationships • Employment ...
Individuals Served by VBH-PA`s Public Sector Programs
... Children and families in need of family preservation services; ...
... Children and families in need of family preservation services; ...
Abnormal Psychology - Solon City Schools
... Psychotic Disorders • Person loses contact with reality, experiences distorted perceptions. ...
... Psychotic Disorders • Person loses contact with reality, experiences distorted perceptions. ...
Chapter12
... Low incomes, low levels of education, poor employment environments, low self-esteem, gender roles and stereotypes, discrimination, individual personality traits, tragic events ...
... Low incomes, low levels of education, poor employment environments, low self-esteem, gender roles and stereotypes, discrimination, individual personality traits, tragic events ...
Chapter 3 Notes/powerpoint
... Types of Mental Disorders • Anxiety disorders – constant fear, physical symptoms do not subside, chest pain, difficulty breathing, phobias are an example. • Phobias – irrational fears • Panic disorder – extreme terror, may come on very quickly • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) – uncontrollable ...
... Types of Mental Disorders • Anxiety disorders – constant fear, physical symptoms do not subside, chest pain, difficulty breathing, phobias are an example. • Phobias – irrational fears • Panic disorder – extreme terror, may come on very quickly • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) – uncontrollable ...
Chapter12 - J. Randall Price, Ph.D.
... • Humane treatment based on rest, contemplation, and simple work. • Became overcrowded warehouses ...
... • Humane treatment based on rest, contemplation, and simple work. • Became overcrowded warehouses ...
UNDERSTANDING MENTAL DISORDERS
... Too much or too little sleep Feeling of helplessness or hopelessness. ...
... Too much or too little sleep Feeling of helplessness or hopelessness. ...
PSYC+103+Ch
... Major depressive disorder: extreme sadness, loss of interest, lower self-esteem, somatic concerns, etc. Dysthymic disorder: milder, chronic form of depression Bipolar disorder: one or more manic episodes with periods of depression Cyclothymic disorder: milder, chronic form of bipolar Etiol ...
... Major depressive disorder: extreme sadness, loss of interest, lower self-esteem, somatic concerns, etc. Dysthymic disorder: milder, chronic form of depression Bipolar disorder: one or more manic episodes with periods of depression Cyclothymic disorder: milder, chronic form of bipolar Etiol ...
SUBSTANCE ABUSE DISORDERS Different substances affect the
... The person gives up or reduces important social , occupational or recreational activities because of substance use Substances which are abused: Alcohol makes people less alert and impairs concentration and coordination. Long term problems with alcohol use can occur in many areas- physical, psycholog ...
... The person gives up or reduces important social , occupational or recreational activities because of substance use Substances which are abused: Alcohol makes people less alert and impairs concentration and coordination. Long term problems with alcohol use can occur in many areas- physical, psycholog ...
Abnormal test review -Know which collections of symptoms are
... For example: chemical imbalances in the brain are thought to be contributing factors in several disorders such as depression, schizophrenia, bipolar, OCD ...
... For example: chemical imbalances in the brain are thought to be contributing factors in several disorders such as depression, schizophrenia, bipolar, OCD ...
