Mental illness POH

hallucinations (def)

a sensory perception that seems real but is created by the mind in the absence of any external stimulus

schizophrenia (def)

mental illness that disrupts how a person thinks, feels, and acts, causing them to have difficulty distinguishing reality from what they imagine

delusions (def)

a fixed false belief based on an inaccurate interpretation of an external reality despite evidence to the contrary.

Bipolar disorder (def)

a mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). These shifts can affect sleep, energy, activity, judgment, and behavior.

anxiety disorder (def)

a group of mental health conditions characterized by excessive fear, worry, and behavioral disturbances. These disorders can disrupt daily functioning and often manifest as panic attacks, phobias, or social anxiety.

depression (def)

a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities.

OCD (def)

a chronic condition characterized by obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. often feel driven to perform rituals to alleviate anxiety caused by these obsessions.

Phobia (def)

an intense and irrational fear of a specific object or situation that is out of proportion to the actual danger it presents

psychosis vs neurosis

neurosis - involves emotional distress without a loss of contact with reality

psychosis - is a severe mental state with a disconnection from reality, characterized by symptoms like hallucinations or delusions

other name for multiple personality disorder

dissociative identity disorder (DID) or split personality disorder

multiple personality disorder

a condition where a person has two or more distinct personality states, sometimes referred to as "alters". It is often a response to severe childhood trauma and is characterized by memory gaps, identity confusion, and various other symptoms like depression, anxiety, and mood swings. While there is no cure, long-term psychotherapy combined with medication for associated symptoms can help manage the condition and lead to improvement.

difference between schizophrenia and multiple personality disorder

Schizophrenia - is a psychotic disorder characterized by a "split from reality" through delusions and hallucinations

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) - is a dissociative disorder involving the presence of two or more distinct personality states and amnesia

personality traits for psychopaths

a lack of empathy and remorse

superficial charm

a manipulative nature

impulsive

irresponsible

grandiose sense of self-worth

common symptoms of psychotic disorder

hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren't there)

delusions (strong, false beliefs)

disorganized thinking and speech

unusual or extreme emotions or behaviors

symptoms/personality traits of bipolar disorder

elevated mood

irritability

increased energy

racing thoughts

impulsive

reckless behavior like excessive spending