What are the mental disorders?

These are flashcards to help us understand more about mental disorders

Somatogenic Hypothesis

The theory that mental disorders can arise from physical causes, such as brain abnormalities or biochemical imbalances, suggesting a biological basis for psychological conditions.

Syphilis

can lead to psychiatric symptoms, demonstrating a link between physical illness and mental health.

Psychological processes

that influence mental disorders, including thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

Biopsychosocial Model

A comprehensive framework that posits mental disorders are influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors, integrating multiple perspectives for understanding mental health.

Mental disorder

A condition characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior that can cause distress and impair functioning.

Caring environment

A supportive and nurturing atmosphere that promotes mental well-being and facilitates recovery from mental disorders.

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic intervention involving psychological techniques to help individuals address mental disorders and improve emotional well-being.

Humanistic Traditions

in psychology that emphasize the importance of personal growth and self-actualization. These approaches focus on individuals' capacity for self-reflection and fulfillment.

Randomized Control trial

A study design used to evaluate the effectiveness of an intervention by randomly assigning participants to either the treatment group or the control group. This method helps eliminate bias and provides reliable results regarding the intervention's impact on mental disorders.

Eclecticism

A therapeutic approach that combines various techniques and theories from different psychotherapeutic traditions to tailor treatment to the individual client's needs.

opponents

of a particular theory or practice, often critiquing its validity or effectiveness in treating mental disorders.

Biomedical treatment

A method for treating mental disorders that focuses on biological factors, including medication and medical interventions, to manage symptoms and improve mental health.