Treatment of Psychological Disorders

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts discussed in the treatment of psychological disorders.

Efficacy

Results of systematic evaluation of an intervention in controlled clinical research context.

Effectiveness

Assesses the applicability and feasibility of the intervention in the local setting where treatment is delivered.

Psychological Disorder

A condition characterized by alterations in mood, behavior, and thinking, caused by stress or other factors.

Psychopharmacology

The study of the use of medications in treating mental disorders.

Electroconvulsive Therapy

A biological treatment that involves electrically inducing seizures in patients to provide relief from severe mental disorders.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A psychotherapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognition through a goal-oriented, systematic process.

Cognitive Distortion

Thoughts that lead individuals to perceive reality inaccurately.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)

A type of therapy focused on improving interpersonal relationships and social functioning to help reduce psychological symptoms.

Empirically Supported Treatments

Treatments that have been found effective in scientific studies and are supported by independent research teams.

Common Factors View

The hypothesis that common elements across different psychotherapies contribute to their effectiveness.