AP psych mental health disorders

Ego-syntonic

Behaviors, values, and feelings that are in harmony with the ego and consistent with one's ideal self-image.

Ego-dystonic

Thoughts, impulses, and behaviors that are in conflict with the ego and inconsistent with one's ideal self-image.

Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

A neurodevelopmental disorder involving challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and communication issues.

Schizophrenia

A severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, leading to distorted thinking, perceptions, and emotions.

Delusions

False beliefs that conflict with reality, often found in schizophrenia.

Hallucinations

Sensing things that are not present, such as hearing voices, commonly associated with schizophrenia.

Dopamine Hypothesis

Suggests that an imbalance of dopamine plays a role in schizophrenia.

Bipolar I Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by manic episodes, often accompanied by depressive episodes.

Bipolar II Disorder

Involves at least one major depressive episode and one hypomanic episode.

Specific Phobia

An intense fear of a specific object or situation, often resulting in various mental and physical symptoms.

Panic Disorder

Characterized by recurrent panic attacks and a fear of having more attacks, leading to sudden feelings of terror.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Involves both obsessions (recurrent unwanted thoughts) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors) that interfere with daily functioning.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

Presence of two or more distinct identities or personality states and significant distress in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

A mental health condition that develops after exposure to a traumatic event, leading to flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by excessive weight loss and fear of gaining weight, often leading to significant social withdrawal.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

Characterized by a disregard for the rights of others, impulsivity, and a lack of remorse, often leading to conflict with the law.

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

A personality disorder characterized by grandiosity, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy.

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Involves social inhibition and feelings of inadequacy, leading to avoidance of social situations.

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

Characterized by preoccupation with orderliness and control, leading to rigidity and perfectionism.