Psychological Disorders

week 13 Key Terms

Abnormal behavior 

Behavior that is unusual, distressing, or interferes with daily life.

Medical perspective in psychology

Views mental disorders as diseases caused by biological factors.

Psychoanalytic perspective of abnormal behavior

Abnormal behavior stems from unconscious conflicts, often from childhood.

Behavioral perspective of abnormal behavior

Abnormal behavior is learned through reinforcement and punishment.

Cognitive perspective of abnormal behavior

Mental disorders are caused by faulty or negative thinking patterns.

Humanistic perspective of abnormal behavior

Behavior problems arise when a person can't reach their full potential.

Sociocultural perspective of abnormal behavior

Culture, society, and environment influence mental health and behavior

DSM-5

A manual used by professionals to diagnose and classify mental disorders.

Anxiety disorder

A condition marked by excessive fear or worry that affects daily life

Panic disorder

Sudden, intense episodes of fear with physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat.