Def. of abnormality p505 Medical perspective p507 Psychoanalytic perspective p507-508 Behavioral p508 Cognitive p508 Humanistic p508-509 Sociocultural p509 DSM 5 p510-511 Rosenhan and conning the classifiers p512 Anxiety and phobias p515 Panic p516 GAD P517 OCD P517 Somatic p519 Dissociative and DID p520 Mood disorders depression p521-522 Bipolar p523 Schizophrenia p525-526 Personality disorder definition p529 Anti-social p529 Borderline and narcissistic p530 ADHD and autism spectrum p531

What are the criteria for defining abnormality?

Abnormality can be defined by deviation from the norm, maladaptiveness, and personal distress.

What does the medical perspective say about psychological disorders?

The medical perspective views psychological disorders as diseases with biological causes, diagnosable symptoms, and potential cures.

How does the psychoanalytic perspective explain psychological disorders?

The psychoanalytic perspective suggests that disorders arise from unresolved unconscious conflicts and early childhood experiences.

What is the focus of the behavioral perspective on abnormal behavior?

The behavioral perspective explains abnormal behavior as learned responses to environmental stimuli, emphasizing conditioning and observational learning.

How does cognitive therapy address psychological disorders?

Cognitive therapy aims to identify and change maladaptive thinking patterns that contribute to emotional distress.

What is the humanistic perspective on psychological disorders?

The humanistic perspective emphasizes individual potential for growth and self-actualization, focusing on barriers to self-understanding.

What does the sociocultural perspective consider when examining psychological disorders?

The sociocultural perspective considers how social and cultural factors influence the development and expression of psychological disorders.

What is the purpose of the DSM-5?

The DSM-5 is a classification system used by mental health professionals to diagnose psychological disorders with specific criteria.

What did David Rosenhan's study reveal about diagnostic labeling?

Rosenhan's study demonstrated how diagnostic labeling can influence perceptions of normal behavior.

What are anxiety disorders characterized by?

Anxiety disorders involve excessive worry, fear, and avoidance behavior.

What characterizes panic disorder?

Panic disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks and anticipatory anxiety about future attacks.

What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

GAD is marked by persistent, excessive worry and difficulty controlling that worry, often with physical symptoms.

What defines Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

OCD involves intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) performed to alleviate anxiety.

What is somatic symptom disorder?

Somatic symptom disorder includes physical symptoms causing significant distress, often with excessive thoughts about those symptoms.

What characterizes Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)?

DID involves the presence of two or more distinct identities or personality states that control behavior, often due to trauma.

What are the symptoms of depression?

Depression is characterized by persistent sadness, hopelessness, loss of interest or pleasure, and physical symptoms like changes in appetite.

What is bipolar disorder?

Bipolar disorder involves alternating periods of depression and mania, with manic episodes featuring elevated mood and impulsivity.

What are the symptoms of schizophrenia?

Schizophrenia includes disturbances in thought, perception, emotion, with symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.

What are personality disorders?

Personality disorders are enduring patterns of thoughts and behaviors that deviate from cultural expectations and lead to distress.

What is antisocial personality disorder?

Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a disregard for others' rights, impulsivity, and lack of remorse.

What defines borderline personality disorder?

Borderline personality disorder involves instability in relationships, self-image, emotions, and impulsivity.

What characterizes narcissistic personality disorder?

Narcissistic personality disorder is marked by grandiosity, a need for admiration, and lack of empathy.

What are the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

ADHD symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, difficulty sustaining attention, and interrupting others.

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

ASD is characterized by deficits in social communication and interaction, with restricted, repetitive behaviors.