Psychological Disorders-2.26

Lewis' behavioral theory

A theory proposing that depression is a reaction to diminishing causes and is linked to maladaptive attitudes formed in childhood.

Cognitive triad

The framework in which individuals interpret information related to their experiences, self, and future, influencing their mental health.

Cognitive distortions

Thinking errors characterized by poor reasoning commonly observed in individuals, especially those with depression.

Maladaptive attitudes

Negative attitudes or assumptions that affect how individuals interpret experiences and contribute to depression.

Attribution style

The way individuals explain the causes of events in their lives, which can influence their likelihood of developing depression.

Social context

The social environment that influences mental health, including factors like gender and ethnicity.

Symptoms of mania

Symptoms that include elevated mood, increased activity or energy, and impulsive behavior, seen in bipolar disorder.

Grandiosity

An inflated sense of self-esteem or self-importance often observed in manic episodes.

Bipolar disorder prevalence

The frequency and distribution of bipolar disorder within the population, often marked by distinct episodes of mania and depression.

Neurotransmitter function

The role of neurotransmitters in regulating mood and behavior, with dysfunction linked to mood disorders.