Psychopathology Flashcards
(20 cards)
Fill in the blank: The ______ model of psychopathology focuses on biological factors.
medical
Name one common approach to treating mental disorders.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
What are the four criteria for determining abnormal behavior?
Statistical rarity, violation of social norms, personal distress, and dysfunction.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a mood disorder? A) Schizophrenia B) Bipolar Disorder C) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
B) Bipolar Disorder
What is an anxiety disorder?
A category of mental disorders characterized by excessive fear or anxiety.
True or False: Psychodynamic therapy is based on unconscious processes.
True
Fill in the blank: The ______ theory emphasizes the role of cognitive processes in understanding mental disorders.
cognitive
What is the primary focus of behavior therapy?
Changing maladaptive behaviors through conditioning.
Name one symptom of schizophrenia.
Hallucinations.
What is the difference between a diagnosis and a prognosis?
Diagnosis identifies a disorder, while prognosis predicts the likely course of the disorder.
True or False: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is only effective for anxiety disorders.
False
Fill in the blank: The ______ model integrates biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health.
biopsychosocial
What is the role of neurotransmitters in psychopathology?
They are chemicals that transmit signals in the brain and can affect mood and behavior.
What is the primary feature of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
The presence of obsessions and/or compulsions.
True or False: Mental disorders are always permanent conditions.
False
What is the main goal of psychodynamic therapy?
To uncover unconscious conflicts and bring them to awareness.
What does the term ‘stigma’ refer to in the context of mental health?
Negative attitudes and beliefs about individuals with mental health disorders.
Multiple Choice: Which therapy focuses on changing thought patterns? A) Humanistic Therapy B) Cognitive Therapy C) Behavioral Therapy
B) Cognitive Therapy
What is the significance of the ‘fight or flight’ response in anxiety disorders?
It is a physiological reaction that can become exaggerated in anxiety disorders.
True or False: All mental disorders have identifiable physical causes.
False
