Exam 2 Flashcards
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unipolar depressive disorders
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major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder
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bipolar disorders
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bipolar I disorder, bipolar II disorder, cyclothymia
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DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder
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- sad mood OR loss of interest and pleasure (i.e., anhedonia)
- at least 5 symptoms in total, including other symptoms such as: sleeping too much or too little; psychomotor retardation or agitation; poor appetite and weight loss or increased appetite and weight gain; loss of energy; feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt; difficulty concentration, thinking, or making decisions; recurrent thoughts of death or suicide
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major depressive disorder (MDD)
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episodic; recurrent; patients may present with quite varied symptom presentations; useful to consider depression symptoms as a continuum of severity
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over ____ different symptom combinations are possible for MDD
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1,000
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age of onset for MDD
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symptoms are present: nearly every day, most of the day, for at least 2 weeks
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DSM-5 criteria for persistent depressive disorder (PDD)
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- depressed mood for at least 2 years (1 year for children/adolescents)
- plus 2 other symptoms: poor appetite or overeating; sleeping too much or too little; low energy; poor self-esteem; trouble concentrating or making decisions; feelings of hopelessness
- not as severe of a form of depression as MDD
- symptoms do not clear for more than 2 months at a time
- no symptoms of mania
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age of onset for PDD
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- depressed mood for at least 2 years
- depressed mood for at least 1 year for children/adolescents
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epidemiology of depression
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- 16.2% lifetime prevalence of MDD
- 5% of people with depression experience it for more than 2 years
- twice as common in women as in men
- three times as common among people in poverty
- prevalence and symptoms vary across cultures
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age of onset of depression
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early 20s; average age of onset has decreased over past 50 years
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comorbidity of depression
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- 5-30% with MDD also experience PDD
- 60% of those with MDD will also meet criteria for anxiety disorder at some point
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defining feature of each type of bipolar disorder
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severity and duration of mania
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mania
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state of intense elation, irritability, or activation
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hypomania
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symptoms of mania but less intense; does not involve significant impairment
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depressive episode required for bipolar __ but not bipolar __
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II; I
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DSM-5 criteria for manic and hypomanic episodes
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- distinctly elevated or irritable mood
- abnormally increased activity and energy
- plus three other symptoms (4 if mood is irritable): increased goal-directed activity or psychomotor agitation; talkativeness, rapid speech; flight of ideas or racing thoughts; decreased need for sleep; increased self-esteem or grandiosity; distractibility, attention easily diverted; excessive involvement in activities that are likely to have undesirable consequences (e.g., reckless spending/sexual behavior/driving)
- symptoms are present most of the day, nearly every day
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DSM-5 criteria for a manic episode
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- symptoms last at least 1 week, require hospitalization, or include psychosis
- symptoms cause significant distress or functional impairment
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DSM-5 criteria for a hypomanic episode
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- symptoms last at least 4 days
- clear changes in functioning that are observable to others, but impairment is not marked
- no psychotic symptoms are present
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DSM-5 criteria for cyclothymia
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- milder, chronic form of bipolar disorder
- symptoms last at least 2 years in adults; 1 year in children/adolescents
- numerous periods with hypomanic and depressive symptoms but does not meet criteria for hypomania or major depressive episode
- symptoms do not clear for more than 2 months at a time
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age of onset of cyclothymia
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- symptoms last at least 2 years in adults and 1 year in children/adolescents
- periods with hypomanic or major depressive episode symptoms do not clear for more than 2 months at a time
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epidemiology of bipolar disorders
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- prevalence rate lower than MDD
- 1% in US, 0.6% worldwide for bipolar I
0.4%-2% for bipolar II
4% for cyclothymia - average age of onset in 20s
- no gender differences in rates
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etiology of mood disorders - genetic influences
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- heritability estimates (% of disorder caused by genetic factors): 37% MDD, 80% bipolar disorder
- unlikely one gene explains these illnesses; more likely gene x environment interaction
- serotonin transporter gene (5-HHT) polymorphism
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etiology of mood disorders - neurotransmitters
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- norepinephrine, dopamine, serotonin, GABA
- some findings suggest neurotransmitters may relate more to specific symptoms rather to MDD diagnostic status
- new models focus on sensitivity of postsynaptic receptors
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etiology of mood disorders - neural regions involved in emotion and reward processing
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- oversensitivity to emotional stimuli –> elevated amygdala
- interference with emotion regulation –> elevated anterior cingulate, diminished prefrontal cortex and hippocampus
- motivation to pursue rewards (striatum)
- disruptions in the connectivity of these regions
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etiology of mood disorders - neuroendocrine system (cortisol dysregulation)
overreactivity of HPA axis --> amygdala activates HPA axis, which releases cortisol; cortisol increases activity of immune system to prepare for threat; prolonged high cortisol levels can cause harm to body systems
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etiology of mood disorders - immune system (cytokines)
prolonged responses of cytokines can become problematic
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cytokines
proteins released as part of an immune response to help fight infection
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two pro-inflammatory cytokines linked to depression-like symptoms
IL-1 beta and TNF alpha
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etiology of mood disorders - social influences
- 42-67% report a stressful life event in year prior to depression
- 40% risk of developing depression when experiencing stressful life event without support (4% with support)
- childhood abuse increases other biological and cognitive risk factors for depression and is associated with increased life stressors
- high levels of expressed emotion predict relapse
- marital conflict also predicts depression
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etiology of mood disorders - psychological factors in depression
- neuroticism
- cognitive theories --> negative thoughts and beliefs cause depression; Beck's theory, hopelessness theory, rumination theory
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neuroticism
tendency to experience frequent and intense negative affect
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Beck's theory
- negative triad: negative view of self, world future
- negative schema --> underlying tendency to see the world negatively
- cognitive biases --> tendency to process information in negative ways due to negative schema
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hopelessness theory
- most important trigger of depression is hopelessness
- attributional style --> negative life events are due to causes that are stable and global
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attributional style: stable
they'll always be around (ex. I failed this exam because I can never do well on exams)
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attributional style: global
they affect everything I do (ex. I was not only incompetent with this exam, but I am incompetent with everything. I will never be able to get a good job.)
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rumination theory
- a specific way of thinking: tendency to repetitively dwell on sad thoughts
- thinking about a recent situation, wishing it had gone better; natural attempt at problem solving, but it doe not help so they get stuck thinking about it
- rumination confers risk for the first onset of depression
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integrating biological and social influences on depression
- several links between social stressors and biological risk factors in depression
- bi-directional relationships: stress impacts biology and biology can also impact response to stress
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social and psychological factors in bipolar disorder
- triggers of depressive episodes in bipolar disorder appear similar to triggers in MDD
- negative life events, neuroticism, negative cognitions, negative expressed emotion, and lack of social support
- predictors of mania --> reward sensitivity (high responsiveness to rewards)
- sleep disruption
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interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT)
- psychological treatment of depression
- focus on major interpersonal problems
- identify feelings, make decisions, and resolve problems related to interpersonal issues
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cognitive therapy (CT) - depression
- psychological treatment of depression
- altering maladaptive thought patterns
- monitor and identify automatic thoughts
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mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT)
- use of strategies, including meditation, to detach from depression-related thoughts and prevent relapse
- change relationship with thoughts
- increasing awareness of thoughts and emotions
- not trying to change or avoid thoughts and emotions, instead learn to tolerate them
- compassion, non-judgmentalness
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behavioral activation (BA) therapy
- psychological treatment of depression
- increase participation in positively reinforcing activities to disrupt spiral of depression, withdrawal, and avoidance
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behavioral couples therapy
- psychological treatment of depression
- enhance communication and relationship satisfaction
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psychological treatments of depression
- interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT)
- cognitive therapy (CT)
- behavioral activation (BA) therapy
- behavioral couples therapy
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psychological treatments of bipolar disorder
psychoeducational approaches, cognitive therapy, family-focused treatment (FFT)
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psychoeducational approaches
- psychological treatment of bipolar disorder
- provide information about symptoms, course, triggers, and treatments
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cognitive therapy (CT) - bipolar disorder
- psychological treatment of bipolar disorder
- similar to depression treatment with additional content to address early signs of mania
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family-focused treatment (FFT)
- psychological treatment of bipolar disorder
- educate family about disorder, enhance family communication, improve problem solving
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biological treatment of mood disorders
medications, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), transcranial magnetic stimulation depression (rTMS)
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medications for treating mood disorders
antidepressants, mood stabilizers
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antidepressants
MAO inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)
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mood stabilizers
lithium, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics
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medications for bipolar disorder
- lithium
- mood stabilizers: anticonvulsants, antipsychotics
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electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
- reserved for treatment non-responders
- induce brain seizure and momentary unconsciousness
- side effects: short-term confusion and memory loss
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transcranial magnetic stimulation for depression (rTMS)
- electromagnetic coil placed against scalp
- pulses of magnetic energy increase activity in the brain
- for those who fail to respond to first antidepressant
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two types of suicidal ideation (SI)
passive SI and active SI
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passive SI
wishing one were dead; ex. "If I were hit by a car right now, I'd be okay with that"
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active SI
thoughts about killing oneself
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suicide attempt (SA)
behavior with the intention of ending one's life
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interrupted suicide attempt
person starts to take steps to end their life but someone or something stops them
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aborted suicide attempt
person starts to take steps to end their life but stops themselves
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non-suicidal self-injury
self-harm without suicidal intent
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common reasons for self-harm
- reduce negative affect (negative reinforcement)
- increase positive affect (positive reinforcement)
- feel something when feeling numb or empty
- social reinforcement (get reaction/support from others)
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epidemiology of suicide risk
- suicide rates in US continue to increase, specifically in adolescents
- attempts at suicide are more prevalent in females, but completed suicide is more prevalent in males
- 12.2 million adults had serious thoughts of suicide
- 3.2 million adults made suicide plans
- 1.2 million adults attempted suicide
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suicide and Covid-19
- suicide deaths initially appeared to decrease during Covid-19
- stay at home orders may have increased many other potential risk factors for suicide
- younger adults, racial/ethnic minorities, essential workers, and unpaid adult caregivers reported having experienced disproportionately worse mental health outcomes, increased substance use, and elevated suicidal ideation
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epidemiology of suicide and suicide attempts
- 10th leading cause of death in US
- 9% report suicidal ideation at least once in their lives and 2.5% have made at least one suicide attempt worldwide
- guns are most common means of suicide in the US
- highest rates of suicide in US are for American Indian and white males over age 50
- being divorced or widowed elevates suicide risk four- or fivefold
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risk factors for suicide
- psychological disorders
- heritability of about 50% for suicide attempts
- low levels of dopamine
- abnormal cortisol regulation
- economic recessions
- media reports of suicide
- history of multiple physical and sexual assaults
- perceived sense of burden to others and a lack of social belonging
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suicide risk across developmental-social ecological model
- individual level
- relationship level
- community level
- societal level
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individual level - developmental-social ecological model
- history of depression and other mental illness
- hopelessness
- substance abuse
- certain health conditions
- previous suicide attempt
- violence victimization and perpetration
- genetic and biological determinants
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relationship level - developmental-social ecological model
- high conflict or violent relationships
- sense of isolation and lack of social support
- family/loved one's history of suicide
- financial and work stress
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community level - developmental-social ecological model
- inadequate community connectedness
- barriers to health care
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societal level - developmental-social ecological model
- availability of lethal means to suicide
- unsafe media portrayals of suicide
- stigma associated with help-seeking and mental illness
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risk factors for suicide - psychological models
ineffective problem-solving, hopelessness, impulsivity, ideation vs. action
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3-step theory of suicide
1) Are you in pain and hopelessness --> yes: suicidal ideation; no: no ideation
2) Does your pain exceed your connectedness --> yes: strong ideation; no: modest ideation
3) Do you have the capacity to attempt suicide? --> yes: suicide attempt; no: ideation only
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suicide risk in children and adolescents
- ages 12-19
- LGBTQ+ sexual orientation
- personal history of: suicide attempt(s), any NSSI, abuse (physical and/or sexual), witness to violence, suicidal behavior, or suicide
- family history of: psychiatric illness, suicide
- current psychiatric disorder
- psychological symptoms: insomnia, burdensomeness, impulsivity, active suicidal ideation
- access to lethal means: firearms, means for suffocation
- interpersonal conflicts
- bullying (victim, perpetrator, or both)
- legal trouble/incarceration
- current substance abuse
- social isolation
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suicide risk in midlife
- current psychiatric disorder
- Psychiatric symptoms: agitation, insomnia, hopelessness, impulsivity
-marriage status
- active military
- psychiatric hospitalization course
- recent arrests or incarceration
- recent loss of job/financial distress
- current conflicts within romantic relationship
- access to lethal means
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suicide risk in older adulthood
- physical and cognitive limitations
- goals no longer attainable using previous strategies
- compensatory strategies not employed; high value placed on autonomy and inflexible cognitive style
- unable to attain important goals
- hopelessness, suicidal ideation
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preventing suicide
- talk about suicide openly and matter-of-factly
- treat the associated mental health disorder
- treat suicidality directly
- hospitalization for safety
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broader approaches to suicide prevention
- studying suicide prevention within the military
- means restriction (make highly lethal methods less available)
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clinical description of schizophrenia
- influences the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves
- disordered thinking
- faulty perception and attention
- lack of emotional expressiveness
- disturbances in movement or behavior
- widespread disruptions in life
- rates of substance use, suicide, and mortality are high
- considered a severe mental illness
- lifetime prevalence ~1%
- affects men slightly more often than women
- diagnosed more frequently in Black and Latinx Americans
- often experience several acute episodes with less severe symptoms between episodes
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age of onset for schizophrenia
- typically in late adolescence/early adulthood
- men diagnosed at a slightly earlier age
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positive symptoms of schizophrenia
- excesses and distortions
- includes delusions and hallucinations
- characterize acute episodes of schizophrenia
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delusions
beliefs contrary to reality; firmly held despite disconfirming evidence
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types of delusions
thought insertion, delusions of control, thought broadcasting, delusions of reference, grandiose delusions, persecutory delusions
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thought insertion
delusion that someone else put thoughts into one's head
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delusions of control
delusion of being controlled by another person
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thought broadcasting
delusion that other people can hear one's thoughts
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delusions of reference
delusion of making personally-relevant connections between unrelated things or coincidences
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grandiose delusions
delusion of unfounded beliefs that one has special powers, wealth, mission, or identity
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persecutory delusions
believe someone or something is mistreating, spying on, or attempting to harm them (or someone close to them)
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hallucinations
sensory experiences in the absence of sensory stimulation; most often auditory and visual
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people who have auditory hallucinations may misattribute...
their own voice as someone else's voice
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two domains of negative symptoms of schizophrenia
1) motivation and pleasure domain
2) expression domain
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motivation and pleasure domain of negative symptoms of schizophrenia
avolition, asociality, anhedonia
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avolition
diminished motivation; apathy
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asociality
little interest in being around others and having close relationships
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anhedonia
inability to experience pleasure
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expressive domain of negative symptoms of schizophrenia
blunted affect, alogia
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blunted affect
lack of outward expression of emotion, inner emotional experience is often not affected
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alogia
significant reduction in amount of speech
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disorganized symptoms of schizophrenia
disorganized speech, disorganized behavior
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disorganized speech (formal thought disorder)
problems in organizing ideas and in speaking coherently; difficulty sticking to one topic
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disorganized behavior
difficulty organizing behaviors and conforming to community standards; catatonia
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catatonic
peculiar, increased, repeated gestures or immobility
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DSM-5 criteria of schizophrenia
- two or more of the following symptoms for at least 1 month; one symptoms should be either 1, 2, or 3:
1) delusions
2) hallucinations
3) disorganized speech
4) disorganized behavior
5) negative symptoms
- functioning in work, relationships, or self-care has declined since onset
- signs of disorder for at least 6 months
- during a prodromal or residual phase, negative symptoms or two or more symptoms 1-4 in less severe form
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schizophreniform disorder
- same symptoms as schizophrenia
- symptom duration greater than 1 month but less than 6 months
- symptoms often brought on by extreme stress, such as bereavment
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brief psychotic disorder
- same symptoms but shorter duration
- may be brought on by extreme stress
- symptoms last 1 day to 1 month
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schizoaffective disorder
- symptoms of both schizophrenia and mood disorders
- must have either a depressive and/or manic episodes
- psychotic symptoms must be independent of mood episodes
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delusional disorder
- persistent delusions lasting at least 1 month
- no other psychotic symptoms
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etiology of schizophrenia - genetic influences
- research supports genetic component (family studies, twin studies, adoption studies, GWAS studies)
- heritability estimate .77
- genetically heterogenous
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behavioral genetics research
- relatives at increased risk
- risk increases as genetic relationship becomes closer
- negative symptoms have stronger genetic component
- incidence highest among children with both parents with a schizophrenia or bipolar disorder diagnosis
- the role of environment cannot be discounted
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dopamine theory of schizophrenia
- theory that schizophrenia is due to excess levels of dopamine
- revised: excess dopamine receptors related mainly to positive and disorganization symptoms; evidence linking dopamine to specific negative symptoms of avolition and anhedonia
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other neurotransmitters that may affect shizophrenia
serotonin; glutamate
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brain structure and function - enlarged ventricles
- implies loss of brain cells
- correlated with: poor performance on neuropsychological tests, poor functioning prior to onset of disorder, poor response to medication treatment
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brain structure and function - factors involving prefrontal cortex
- plays a role in speech, decision making, emotion, goal-directed behavior
- reduction in gray matter and overall volume
- less activation of prefrontal cortex during cognitive tasks is associated with more severe negative symptoms
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brain structure and function - temporal cortex and subcortical brain regions
- structural and functional abnormalities in the temporal cortex and other subcortical brain regions (temporal gyrus, hippocampus, parts of the insula, fusiform gyrus, cingulate, amygdala, thalamus, and basal ganglia)
- reduced hippocampal volume
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brain structure and function - connectivity in the brain
- less connectivity in brain white matter in frontal and temporal cortices
- less connectivity between brain networks
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brain structure and function - early environmental factors
- damage during gestation or birth --> high rates of delivery complications
- maternal infection
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brain structure and function - brain development factors
- prefrontal cortex matures in adolescence or early adulthood
- dopamine activity also peaks in adolescence
- adolescence is a time fraught with stress
- excessive pruning of synaptic connections
- use of cannabis during adolescence associated with increased risk
- stress may explain why symptoms appear in late adolescence even though brain abnormalities occur early in life
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psychological factors of schizophrenia - stress
greater vulnerability to stress
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psychological factors of schizophrenia - sociocultural
- poverty
- trauma
- urbanicity
- migration
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psychological factors of schizophrenia - family factors
- schizophrenogenic mother
- family relationships do not cause schizophrenia, but may influence course of the illness
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psychological factors of schizophrenia - families and relapse
- expressed emotion (EE): hostiity, critical comments, emotional overinvolvement; cultural differences
- bidirectional association
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bidirectional association
- expression of unusual thoughts by person with schizophrenia --> increase critical comments by family
- critical comments by family --> increase unusual thoughts by person with schizophrenia
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retrospective developmental studies
- developmental histories: lower IQ; more often delinquent, withdrawn, disagreeable (boys), passive (girls)
- coding of home movies: poorer motor skills, more expression of negative emotion
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first-generation antipsychotics for schizophrenia
- reduce positive and disorganization symptoms, little or no effect on the negative symptoms
- many stop due to side effects
- maintenance dosages help to prevent relapse
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second-generation antipsychotics for schizphrenia
- equally as effective as first-generation at reducing positive symptoms and disorganization; modestly more effective at reducing negative symptoms; more effective at improving cognitive functioning
- also produce unpleasant side effects: weight gain
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psychological treatments of schizophrenia
- Patient Outcomes Research Team (PORT) treatment recommendation
- combined treatment (associated with lower rates of relapse and treatment discontinuation as well as greater improvements in functioning)
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Patient Outcomes Research Team (PORT) treatment recommendation
- medication plus psychosocial intervention
- social skills training, cognitive behavior therapy, and family-based treatments
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psychological treatments of schizophrenia - social skills training
- teach skills for managing interpersonal situations
- involves role-playing and other practice exercises, both in group and in vivo
- associated with fewer relapses, better social functioning, and a higher quality of life
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psychological treatments of schizophrenia - family therapies
- goal: reduced expressed emotion
- components common across family therapies for schizophrenia: education about schizophrenia, information about antipsychotic medications, blame avoidance and reduction, communication and problem-solving skills within family, social network expansion, instilling hope
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psychological treatments for schizophrenia - psychoeducation
- educate people about their illness
- effective in reducing relapse and rehospitalization and increasing medication compliance
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cognitive behavioral therapy for schizophrenia
- recognize and challenge delusional beliefs
- reduces negative symptoms: challenging belief structures tied to low expectations for success and pleasure
- earlier the treatment begins, the better the outcome
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cognitive behavioral therapy combined treatments for schizophrenia
- cognitive-behavioral social skills training (CBSST)
- NAVIGATE treatment program
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cognitive-behavioral social skills training (CBSST)
- treats schizophreia
- combines social skills training and cognitive behavioral therapy
- focuses on reducing symptoms and improving functioning
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NAVIGATE treatment program
- shown promise for young people early in schizophrenia course
- combines medication, family psychoeducation, individual therapy, and assistance with employment and education
- better outcomes with earlier intervention
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psychological treatments for schizophrenia - residential treatment
- helpful for people not able to live on their own or with family
- vocational rehabilitation
-residents learn marketable skills thereby increasing community functioning
- need follow-up community services following discharge, but these services can be scarce
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dissociation
some aspect of emotion, memory, or experience being inaccessible consciously
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causes of dissociation
- psychodynamic and behavioral theorist --> an avoidance response that protects the person from consciously experiencing stressful events
- trauma and sleep disturbance
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depersonalization/derealization disorder
- disconcerting and disruptive sense of detachment from one's self and surroundings
- symptoms are persistent or recurrent
- does not involve disturbance of memory
- symptoms are usually triggered by stress
- may be related to difficulties integrating sensory and somatic information
- childhood trauma is often reported
- usually begins in adolescence
- symptoms should not be entirely explained by other disorders
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depersonalization
a sense of detachment from one's self; experiences of detachment from one's mental processes or body, as though one is in a dream
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derealization
a sense of detachment from one's surroundings; experiences of unreality of surroundings
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DSM-5 criteria of depersonaization/derealization disorder
- depersonalization or derealization
- symptoms are persistent or recurrent
- reality testing remains intact
- symptoms are not explained by substances, another dissociative disorder, another psychological disorder, or by a medical condition
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dissociative amnesia
inability to recall important personal information, usually about a traumatic experience
- typically occurs after severe stress
- may last several hours to several years
- usually disappears as suddenly as it began, with complete recovery of memory
- procedural memory remains intact
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causes of dissociative amnesia
- psychodynamic theory --> traumatic events are repressed
- cognitive theory
- little known about etiology
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dissociative amnesia - dissociative fugue subtype
- most severe subtype, extensive memory loss
- person typically disappears from home and work; may assume a new identity
- recovery is usually complete; people are able to remember details of their life except for those events that took place during the fugue
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DSM-5 criteria of dissociative amnesia
- inability to remember important autobiographical information, usually of a traumatic or stressful nature, that is too extensive to be ordinary forgetfulness
- amnesia not explained by substances or by other medical or psychological conditions
- dissociative fugue subtype if amnesia is associated with bewildered or apparently purposeful wandering
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dissociative identity disorder (DID)
a person has at least 2 separate personality state (alters)
- each has different modes of being, thinking, feeling, and acting
- alters exist independently of one another
- alters emerge at different times
- primary alter may be unaware of existence of other alters
- primary alter may have no memory of what other alters do
- the individual may not necessarily perceive these as separate personalities, but rather as dramatic shifts in their sense of self and agency and recurrent periods of amnesia
- usually the primary alter seeks treatment
- most commonly, 2-4 alters are identified when diagnosed
- rarely diagnosed until adulthood
- more common in women than men
- other common symptoms: headaches, hallucinations, suicide attempts, self-injurous behaviors, amnesia, depersonalization
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DSM-5 criteria - DID
- disruption of identity characterized by two or more distinct personality states (alters) or an experience of possession
- disruptions lead to discontinuities in the sense of self or agency
- reflected in altered cognition, behavior, affect, perceptions, consciousness, memories, or sensory-motor functioning
- recurrent gaps in memory for events or important personal information that are beyond ordinary forgetting
- symptoms are not part of a broadly accepted cultural or religious practice
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epidemiology of dissociative disorders
- 2.5% lifetime prevalence of depersonalization/derealization
- 7.5% lifetime prevalence of dissociative amnesia
- 1-3% lifetime prevalence of dissociative identity disorder
- increased rates since 1970s
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posttraumatic model of dissociative disorders
- children who are abused are at risk for developing dissociative symptoms
- children who dissociate are more likely to develop psychological symptoms are trauma
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sociocognitive model of dissociative disorders
- people who have been abused seek explanations for their symptoms and distress
- alters appear in response to suggestions by: therapists, exposure to media reports of DID, other cultural influences
- DID could be iatrogenic (created within treatment)
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evidence in support of the sociocognitive model of DID
- the symptoms of DID can be faked
- some therapists reinforce DID symptoms: use of hypnosis, urging clients to unbury unremembered abuse experiences, naming different alters; most clients are unaware of having alters before treatment; rapid increase in number of alters as treatment progresses
- alters share memories, even when they report amnesia
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availability of treatments for DID
- no well-validated treatments available
- medications not shown to relieve symptoms
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psychodynamic treatment of DID
- goal: overcome repression
- use of hypnosis --> age repression; can actually worsen symptoms
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somatic symptoms and related disorders of DID
- excessive concerns about physical symptoms or health
- distress over symptoms is authentic
- tendency to seek frequent medical treatment
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DSM-5 criteria of somatic symptom disorder
- at least one somatic symptom that is distressing or disrupts daily life
- duration of at least 6 months
- specify if predominant pain
- excessive thoughts, distress, and behaviors related to somatic symptom(s) or health concerns, as indicated by at least one of the following: health-related anxiety, disproportionate and persistent concerns about the seriousness of symptoms, excessive time and energy devoted to health concerns
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somatic symptom disorder
- distress revolves around a somatic symptom that exists
- can be diagnosed regardless of whether symptoms can be explained medically
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illness anxiety disorder
- preoccupation with fears of having a serious disease despite having no significant somatic symptoms
- easily alarmed about their health
- may be haunted by visual images of becoming ill or dying
- may react with anxiety when they hear about illnesses in their friends or in the community
- fears are not easily calmed
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DSM-5 criteria of illness anxiety disorder
- preoccupation with and high level of anxiety about having or acquiring a serious disease
- excessive behaviors or maladaptive avoidance
- no more than mild somatic symptoms are present
- preoccupation lasts at least 6 months
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DSM-5 criteria of conversion disorder
- one or more symptoms affecting voluntary motor or sensory function
- the symptoms are incompatible with recognized medical disorders
- symptoms cause significant distress or functional impairment or warrant medical evaluation
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conversion disorder
sudden development of neurological symptoms:
- partial or complete paralysis of arms or legs
- seizures or coordination problems
- vision impairment or tunnel vision
- anesthesia --> insensitivity to pain
- aphonia --> whispered speech
- the symptoms suggest an illness related to neurological damage
- many people show no signs that they are amplifying their symptoms
- onset typically adolescence or early adulthood
- prevalence less than 1%
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etiology of somatic symptom-related disorders
- do not appear to be heritable
- little is known about the etiology
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neurobiological factors of somatic symptom-related disorders
- anterior insula and anterior cingulate cortex
- somatosensory cortex
- heightened activity in these regions is related to greater propensity for somatic symptoms
- pain and somatic symptoms can be increased by anxiety, depression, and stress hormones
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two variables to cognitive behavioral factors of somatic symptom-related disorders
1) attention to bodily sensations --> automatic focus on physical health cues
2) interpretation of those sensations --> overreact with overly negative interpretations
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cognitive behavioral factors of somatic symptom-related disorders - behavioral consequences
- assuming the sick role, which intensifies poor health
- safety behaviors: prevents extinction of fear, maintains focus on potential health concerns
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etiology of conversion disorder - psychodynamic perspective
physical symptom is a response to an unconscious psychological conflict
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etiology of conversion disorder - neuroscience perspective
much of our perceptual processing may operate outside of our conscious awareness
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etiology of conversion disorder - social and cultural factors
- more common among people from rural areas and of lower socioeconomic status
- social factors shape how conversion symptoms unfold
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major obstacles of somatic symptom-related disorders
- most people want medical care
- referral to mental health may be viewed as invalidating
- a reminder of the mind-body connection can enhance their willingness to consider psychological treatment
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cognitive behavioral strategies for somatic symptom-related disorders
- identify and change triggering emotions
- change cognitions about symptoms
- change behaviors to improve social interactions
- train people to pay less attention their body
- help people resume healthy activities and rebuild life
- involve family members to reduce attention (reinforcement) given to somatic symptoms
- mindfulness can help patients disengage from a focus on their symptoms
- internet-based approaches may also be helpful with brief clinician guidance
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treatment of conversion disorder
CBT for specific forms of conversion disorder
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substance use disorders and gender
more common in men than women, but the gap is narrowing
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two key symptoms of substance use disorder
1) tolerance --> larger doses of drug needed to produce desired effect
2) withdrawal --> negative physical and psychological effects from stopping substance use
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DSM-5 criteria for SUDs
- problematic pattern of use that impairs functioning
- two or more symptoms within a 1-year period: failure to meet obligations; continuing to use even in situations where it is physically dangerous; repeated relationship problems; continuing to use despite problems caused by the substance; tolerance; withdrawal; substance is taken for longer time or greater amounts than intended; efforts to reduce or control substance use do not work; much time is spent trying to get the substance; social events, hobbies, and /or work are given up or reduced; strong craving to use the substance
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alcohol use disorder (AUD)
- dependence (addicted)
- alcohol withdrawal
- associated with other drug use
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dependence
people who develop tolerance or withdrawal
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alcohol withdrawal
- muscle tremors, elevated pulse, blood pressure, and temperature
- delirium tremors
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delirium tremors
rare withdrawal symptom when alcohol in blood drops suddenly; delirium, tremulous, hallucinations
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alcohol and nicotine are cross-tolerant
nicotine can induce tolerance for the rewarding effects of alcohol and vice versa
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prevalence of AUD
- 4.4% of US population met criteria for AUD in 2018
- 39.4% college-age adults report binge drinking
- 12.5% college0age adults report heavy-use drinking
- prevalence varies by gender, race, and education level
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binge drinking
5 drinks in a short period of time
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heavy-use drinking
5 drinks on the same occasion 5 or more times in a 30-day period
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short-term effects of alcohol
- enters the bloodstream quickly through small intestine
- metabolized by the liver slowly at 1 ounce of 100 poof per hour
- effects vary by concentrations, which varies by gender, height, weight, liver efficiency, food in stomach
- size of drink defined by alcohol content
- interacts with several neurotransmitters
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alcohol interacts with several neurotransmitters
- stimulates GABA receptors to reduce tension
- increases dopamine and serotonin to produce pleasurable effects
- inhibits glutamate receptors to produce cognitive difficulties
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effects of high dose (0.08 blood alcohol content) of alcohol
- significant motor impairment
- difficulty monitoring errors and making decisions
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long term effects of prolonged heavy alcohol use
- impaired digestion of food and absorption of vitamins
- cirrhosis of liver
- damage to the endocrine glands, brain, pancreas; heart failure, erectile dysfunction, hypertension, stroke, capillary hemorrhages
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fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS)
- caused by heavy alcohol intake during pregnancy
- leading cause of intellectual disability among children
- 1-5% of children have a fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
- fetal growth slowed
- cranial, facial, and limb anomalies occur
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prevalence of tobacco use disorder
- smoking rate declined by about 1/3 between 1990 and 2015
- continued decline from 2015-2018 among 18-25 year olds
- more prevalent among people with lower socioeconomic status
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tobacco use disorder health consequences
- smoking remains the single most preventable cause of premature death in the US
- cigarettes also cause or exacerbate: emphysema, cancers of larynx, esophagus, pancreas, bladder, cervix, and stomach, cardiovascular disease, sudden infant death syndrome and pregnancy complications
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secondhand smoke
- environmental tobacco smoke
- nonsmokers can suffer lung damage, possibly permanent, from extended exposure to cigarette smoke
-babies exposed during pregnancy are more likely to be born prematurely, have lower birth weights, and have birth defects
- children of smokers are more likely to experience upper respiratory infections, asthma, bronchitis, and inner-ear infections
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cannabis use disorder prevalence
- higher among men than women
- no differences across racial and ethnic groups
- rates of daily use are on the rise
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psychological effects of marijuana
- cannabinoids are the active ingredients in cannabis
- feelings of relaxation and sociability
- large doses --> rapid shifts of emotion; interferes with attention, memory, and thinking
- heavy doses --> hallucinations and panic; cognitive impairment
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short-term physiological effects of marijuana
- difficult to regulate dosage (many people smoke more than intended waiting for effects)
- physical symptoms: bloodshot and itchy eyes, dry mouth and throat, increased appetite, reduced pressure within the eye, increased blood pressure
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long-term physiological effects of marijuana
- damage to lung structure and function in long-term users
- effects on hippocampus
- impaired connectivity between dorsolateral PFC and amygdala during emotion regulation among users (vs. non-users)
- use can develop tolerance and withdrawal
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therapeutic effects of marijuana
- reduces nausea and loss of appetite caused by chemotherapy
- can relieve discomfort associated with: cancer, glaucoma, chronic pain, muscle spasms, seizures, and discomfort from AIDS
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opiates
made from opium plant; include opium, morphine, codeine, heroin
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semi-synthetic opioids
- most of the prescription drugs derived from opium
- includes drugs made in a lab that are partially synthesized from chemical components of opium, including oxycodone, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, and oxymorphone
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synthetic opioids
- fully manufactures in lab
- methadone, tramadol, fentanyl
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opioids
- moderate doses relieve pain
- prescription pain medications among the most abused of all drugs
- Vicodin, Zydone, Lortab, Percodan, Tylox, OxyContin
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heroin
- more common in men
- people most often start with taking prescription pain medicines before use
- increasing use of synthetic opioids like fentanyl have been leading to the most recent wave of deaths since 2013
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opiate prevalence and consequences (prescription)
- most commonly abused opioids
- number of people seeking treatment continues to increase
- misuse is slightly higher in men
- misuse is higher among White Americans compared to other ethnic and racial groups
- nearly 91 people a day died from an opioid overdose in 2015
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psychological and physical effects of opiates
- produce euphoria, drowsiness, and lack of coordination
- loss of inhibition, increased self-confidence
- severe letdown after about 4-6 hours
- Heroin and OxyContin --> intense feelings of warmth and ecstasy following injection
- stimulate receptors of the body's opioid system
- exposure to infectious agents (e.g., HIV, hepatitis) through intravenous drug us
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opiate withdrawal
- may begin within 8 hours after high tolerance develops
- muscle pain, sneezing, sweating, tearfulness, yawning, resembles influenza
- within 36 hours, becomes more severe: uncontrollable muscle twitching, cramps, chills, flushing/sweating, elevated heart rate/blood pressure, insomnia, vomiting, diarrhea
- withdrawal lasts about 72 hours
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stimulants
amphetamines, methamphetamine, cocaine/crackf
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amphetamines
- Dexedrine, Adderall
- trigger release and block reuptake of norepinephrine and dopamine
- taken orally or intravenously
- a person becomes alert, euphoric, outgoing, feels boundless energy and self-confidence
- high doses can lead to nervousness, agitation, confusion, suspiciousness, hostility
- tolerance can develop after only 6 days of use
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methamphetamine
- most commonly abused stimulant drug
- "crystal meth" or "ice"
- 5.4% of people report ever having used in 2015
- men tend to abuse more than women
- used more often in small towns than in cities
- can be taken orally, intravenously, or intranasally (snorting)
- immediate high, or rush, that can last for hours
- good feeling crashes and person becomes agitated
- cravings are strong, lasting several years after use is discontinued
- use is associated with brain damage: affects dopamine and serotonin systems, reductions in brain volume, damage to areas associated with reward and decision making
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cocaine
- can be snorted, smoked, swallowed, or injected
- used predominantly in urban areas and by men
- acts rapidly on the brain
- blocks reuptake of dopamine in mesolimbic areas
- induces pleasurable states; increased sexual desire, self-confidence, stamina
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crack
- form of cocaine developed in the 1980s
- rock crystal that is heated, melted, and smoked
- cheaper than cocaine
- acts rapidly on the brain
- blocks reuptake of dopamine in mesolimbic areas
- induces pleasurable states; increased sexual desire, self-confidence, stamina
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overdose (OD)
chills, nausea, insomnia, paranoia, hallucinations, possibly heart attack and death
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hallucinogens
- used more often by men and European Americans
- LSD
- no evidence of withdrawal, but tolerance develops rapidly
- affects serotonin system
- effects take place within 30 minutes, lasts up to 12 hours
- hallucinations, sense of time, mood swings, expanded consciousness
- flashbacks
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flashbacks
visual recurrences of perceptual experiences after effects of drug have worn off
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ecstasy (molly, MDMA)
- stimulant and psychedelic
- taken in a pill or powder form
- average age of first use: 21
- acts primarily on the serotonin system
- increases feelings of intimacy, insight, positive emotions, self-confidence
- can also cause muscle tension, nausea, anxiety, depression, confusion, depersonalization
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phencyclidine (PCP)
- hallucinogen
- angel dust
- used more by men
- causes severe paranoia and violence
- coma and death are possible
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genetic influences on SUDs
- relatives and children of problem drinkers have higher-than-expected rates of alcohol use disorder
- heritability estimates range 0.40-0.60
- greater concordance in MZ than DZ twins: alcohol use disorder, smoking, heavy use of marijuana, drug use disorders in general
- genetic and shared environmental risk factors appear to be the same no matter what the drug
- heritability for at-risk adolescents is higher for those with: many peers who drink, a best friend who also smoked and drank, when the "popular crowd" smoked
- tolerance for larger quantities of alcohol may be inherited
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neurobiological influences on SUDs
- nearly all drugs stimulate the dopamine system, particularly the mesolimbic parthway; linked to pleasure and reward; positively reinforcing
- people also take drugs to avoid the bad feelings; avoidance of withdrawal symptoms, negatively reinforcing, explains frequency of relapse
- vulnerability model vs. toxic effect model
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incentive-sensitization theory of SUDs
- distinguish wanting (craving for drug) from liking (pleasure obtained by taking the drug)
- overtime, liking for drugs decreases, but wanting remains intense
- dopamine system becomes sensitive to the drug and the cues associated with the drug
- craving is associated with future use
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psychological influences on SUDs - valuing short term over long term
- immediate (short-term) vs. delayed (long-term) rewards
- people dependent on substances discount delayed rewards more steeply than do people who are not dependent
- valuing immediate vs. delayed rewards recruits different brain regions
- delayed reward --> prefrontal cortex
- immediate reward --> amydala, nucleus accumbens
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psychological influences on SUDs - risky decision making
- people with drug or alcohol use disorders are more prone to make risky decisions that can lead to use of substances or drug-seeking behavior
- low tolerance for ambiguous risks predicts opioid use relapse
- neural regions supporting delay discounting and decision making have been identified
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psychological influences on SUDs - emotion regulation
- mood alteration --> enhances positive feelings or diminishes negative ones
- people with substance use disorders may be less successful in regulating negative emotions
- substance use as an emotion regulation tool: dampen down thoughts of rejection in social situations, provide relief or distraction from negative emotions, increase positive emotions when bored
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psychological factors of SUDs - expectancy
- expectancies about alcohol and drug effects
- people who expect alcohol to reduce stress and anxiety are most likely to drink
- expectancies about a drug's effect predicted increased drug use in general
- expectancies about social effects may be particularly impactful among adolescents and young adults
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psychological factors of SUDs - personality
- high levels of negative emotionality or neuroticism
- persistent desire for arousal and positive affect
- low constraint (low levels of harm avoidance, conservative moral values, and cautious behavior)
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sociocultural factors of SUDs
- alcohol is the most commonly abused substance worldwide
- cultural attitudes and patterns of drinking influence the likelihood of drinking heavily and therefore of abusing alcohol
- men consume more alcohol than women
- parental alcohol use
- marital discord
- lack of parental support, monitoring
- social networks, media, and advertisements
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alcoholics anonymous (AA)
- largest self-help group for problem drinkers
- regular meetings provide support, understanding, and acceptance
- promotes complete abstinence
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therapy for AUDs
CBT
- identifying thoughts and beliefs that facilitate substance use
- practicing alternate thoughts and behavioral strategies to facilitate non-use
- identifying cognitive erors associated with relapse
couples therapy
- combines skills covered in individual CBT with a focus on dealing with alcohol-related stressors together as a couple
- more effective than individual treatment approaches
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interventions for AUDs
- motivation interventions: increasing intrinsic motivation by raising awareness of a problem, adjusting self-defeating thoughts, and increasing confidence in ability to change
- psychoeducation: indvidualized feedback on person's drinking in relation to community and national averages, education about effects of alcohol
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controlled drinking for AUDs
- guided self-change
- people have more control over their drinking than they believe
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medications for AUDs
- Antabuse (disulfiram): produces nausea and vomiting if alcohol is consumed
- Naltrexone (blocks high)
- Acamprosate (facilitates abstinence)
- most effective when combined with CBT
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treatment for smoking
- laws prohibiting smoking in most public places
- physician's advice
- reduce nicotine intake gradually over a few weeks
- nicotine replacement: gum, patches, inhalers, e-cigarettes
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treatment of drug use disorders
- substance use disorders are typically chronic, and relapse occurs often
- detoxification central to treatment
- CBT: learn how to avoid high-risk situations, recognize triggers, and develop alternatives to use
- contingency management: vouchers that can be traded for desirable goods are given to users who abstain
- motivational enhancement therapy
- self-help residential homes
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treatment of drug use disorders - opioids
- opioid substitutes: syntheti narcotics, methadone, bupreophine; used to wean off opioids; person does not experience euphoric high; dropout is high (bad side effects)
- opioid antagonists: Naltrexone; person is gradually weaned from heroin or pain medication
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prevention of tobacco use
- programs to discourage young people from experimenting with tobacco --> The Truth Initiative
- statewide comprehensive tobacco control programs appear effective at reducing teenage smoking
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prevention of substance use
- the measures that hold promise for persuading young people to resist smoking may also be useful in dissauding them from trying other drugs and alcohol
- breif family interventions
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DSM-5 criteria of anorexia nervosa
- restriction of behaviors that promote healthy body weight
- typically body weight is significantly below normal for a person's age and height
- strong fear of weight gain or behavior that interferes with weight gain
- distorted body image or sense of body shape
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anorexia nervosa
- weight loss is typically achieved through dieting (or not eating)
- fear of gaining weight is not reduced by weight loss
- the person believes there is no such thing as "too thin"
- overestimate their body size
- will choose a thin figure as ideal
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subtypes of anorexia nervosa
restricting type, binge-eating/purging type
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restricting type of anorexia nervosa
weight loss is achieved by severely limiting food intake
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binge-eating/purging type
the person has also regularly engaged in binge eating and purging
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prevalence of anorexia nervosa
- usually triggered by dieting and stress
- at least 3 times more frequent in women than men
- in men, focus may be more on muscularity in addition to lean body shape
- often comorbid with depression, OCD, phobias, panic, personality disorders
- suicide rates are high
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age of onset of anorexia nervosa
early to middle teenage years
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physical consequences of anorexia nervosa
- low blood pressure, heart rate decrease
- kidney and gastrointestinal problems
- loss of bone mass
- brittle nails, dry skin, hair loss
- lanugo (a fine, soft hair) may develop
- altered levels of potassium and sodium electrolytes
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prognosis of anorexia nervosa
- 50-70% eventually recover
- relapse common
- life-threatening
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DSM-5 criteria of bulimia nervosa
- repeated episodes of binge-eating
- repeated compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain (e.g., purging, fasting, excessive exercise, use of laxative and/or diuretics)
- body shape and weight are extremely important for self-evaluation
- noe underweight
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binge episode
- an excessive amount of food consumed in a short period of time
- a feeling of losing control over eating
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binge eating in bulimia nervosa
- binge episodes
- typically occurs in secret
- may be triggered by stress, negative emotions, or negative social interactions
- avoiding a craved food can later increase likelihood of binge
- reports of losing awarenes or dissociation
- shame and remorse often follow
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compensatory behavior in bulimia nervosa
- feelings of discomfort, disgust, and fear of weight gain lead to inappropriate compensatory behavior
- attempt to undo the caloric effects of the binge
- vomiting, laxative, and diuretic abuse, fasting, excessive exercise are used to prevent weight gain
- binge/purge episode must occur at least once a week for 3 months
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prevalence of bulimia nervosa
- 90% of people with bulimia nervosa are women
- 1-2% women
- typically overweight before onset and symptoms begin while dieting
- comorbid with depression, personality disorder, anxiety, substance use disorders, conduct disorder
- suicide rates are higher than in general population, but much lower than in anorexia nervosa
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age of onset for bulimia nervosa
late adolescence or early adulthood
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physical consequences of bulimia nervosa
- potassium depletion from purging
- laxative use depletes electrolytes, which can cause cardia irregularities
- vomiting may lead to tearing of the tissue in the stomach and throat
- loss of dental enamel from stomach acids in vomit
- mortality rate higher than other disorders
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prognosis of bulimia nervosa
- ~75% recover
- 10-20% remain fully symptomatic
- early intervention linked with improved outcomes
- poorer prognosis when depression and substance abuse are comorbid or when more severe symptomatology
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key difference between bulimia and anorexia
weight loss
- anorexia: weight is low
- bulimia: weight is normal or overweight
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DSM-5 criteria for binge eating disorder
- repeated binge eating episodes (at least 1x/week for at least 3 months)
- the binge eating episodes must include several additional features beyond those included in bulimia (eating fast, eating even if not hungry, eating past feeing full, feeling bad about eating so much)
- no compensatory behavior is present
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prevalence of binge eating disorder
- typically associated with obesity and history of dieting
- often comorbid with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, conduct disorder, and substance use disorders
- more prevalent in women
- more prevalent than anorexia or bulimia
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risk factors for binge eating disorder
childhood obesity, critical comments about being overweight, weight-loss attempts in childhood, low self-concept, depression, childhood physical or sexual abuse
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physical consequences assocaited with obesity
- increased risk of type 2 diabetes
- cardiovascular problems
- chronic back pain
- headaches
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physical consequences outside of obesity of binge eating disorder
- sleep problems
- anxiety/depression
- irritable bowel syndrome
- early onset of menstruation in women
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prognosis of binge eating disorder
research so far suggests between 25-82% recover
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binge eating disorder vs. anorexia and bulimia
- absence of weight loss (unlike in anorexia)
- absence of compensatory behaviors (unike in bulimia)
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genetic influences on eating disorders
- first-degree relatives with eating disorders
- higher MZ concordance rates for both anorexia and bulimia
- key features of eating disorders are heritable
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neurobiological influences on eating disorders
- hyothalamus
- abnormal patterns of activity in response to food stimuli
- serotonin --> related to feelings of satiety; low levels of serotonin
- dopamine --> key role in "wanting" or craving for food
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cognitive behavioral and emotion influences on anorexia nervosa
- body-image disturbance powerfully reinforces weight loss
- behaviors that achieve or maintain thinness are negatively reinforced by the reduction of anxiety about gaining weight, positively reinforced by comments from other and by the sense of mastery/self-control
- perfectionism and personal inadequacy lead to excessive concern about weight
- criticism from family and peers regarding weight
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cognitive behavioral and emotion factors of bulimia nervosa
- self-worth strongly influenced by weight and shape
- lapses in rigid restrictive eating rules escalates into a binge
- after binging, disgust with oneself and fear of gaining weight lead to compensatory behavior
- purging temporarily reduces anxiety about weight gain
- this cycle lowers a person's self-esteem, which triggers further binging and purging
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cognitive behavioral factors of binge eating disorder
- typically binge when under stress or experience negative emotions
- neuroticism
- binging may function as a way to regulate negative emotion
- binges associated with negative emotion just prior to binging which may decrease after a binge despite no change in positive affect
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sociocultural influences on binge eating disorder
- cultural ideals
- dieting has become more prevalent
- higher BMI and body dissatisfaction related to higher risk for developing eating disorders
- stigma associated with being overweight
- unrealistic media portrayals
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gender influences on binge eating disorder
- objectification of women's bodies
- aging and changes in life roles associated with decreases in eating disorder symptoms
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cross-cultural factors of eating disorders
- as countries become more like Western cultures, eating disorders increase
- bulimia more common in industrialized societies than non-industrialized ones
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racial and ethnic differences in eating disorders
- greater incidence of eating disturbances and body disatisfactiom among white women
- no differences in actual eating disorders
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personality influences on eating disorders
- after severe restriction of food intake: preoccupation with food, fatigue, poor concentration, lack of sexual interest, irritability, moodiness, and insomnia
- before eating disorder: body dissatisfaction, perfectionism
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characteristics of families of those with eating disorders
self-reports of peopel with eating disorders indivate high levels of family conflict
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medications for eating disorders
- often treat bulimia with antidepressants (comorbid with depression, dropout and relapse rates high)
- little success for anorexia
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psychological treatment of anorexia nervosa
- immediate goal is to increase weight to avoid medical complications and avoid death
- second goal is long-term maintenance of weight gain
- CBT --> alter distorted cognitions about weight and eating
- family-based therapy (FBT)
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psychological treatment of bulimia nervosa
- CBT
- interpersonal therapy
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psychological treatment of binge eating disorder
- CBT
- interpersonal therapy
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prevention of eating disorders
- psychoeducational approaches
- help resist or reject sociocultural pressures to be thin
- risk-factor approach
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distal and stable risk factors for suicide risk
- distal (distant/in the past) and stable (consistent)
- risk doesn't change and is always there at a certain level
- flat and consistent across time
- potentially occurs years before the outcome
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proximal and dynamic risk factors for suicide risk
- proximal (could fluctuate right before a suicide attempt) and dynamic (changes over time within a day or over a year, etc.)
- occur much closer in time to the outcome of interest
- fluctuate over time
