Psychological Disorders

Flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to psychological disorders as discussed in the lecture notes.

Psychopathology

The study of psychological disorders.

DSM-5-TR

A classification system that describes the features used to diagnose each recognized mental disorder.

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Disorders that typically arise during the developmental period.

Schizophrenia Spectrum

A group of disorders characterized by abnormalities in thought processes, perceptions, and emotional responsiveness.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

A disorder characterized by chronic and excessive worry.

Panic Disorder

Characterized by the sudden occurrence of multiple symptoms contributing to a feeling of terror.

Phobic Disorders

Characterized by persistent and excessive avoidance and fear of specific objects, situations, or activities.

Preparedness Theory

The idea that people are instinctively predisposed towards particular fears.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

A disorder involving repetitive and intrusive thoughts and ritualistic behaviors.

False Positives in Diagnosis

Incorrectly identifying individuals as having a disorder when they do not.

Diathesis-Stress Model

A model that explains the interaction between biological predispositions and stressful life experiences.

Comorbidity

The presence of more than one disorder in an individual.

Social-Cultural Factors

Influences from society and culture that affect the prevalence and symptoms of psychological disorders.