Psychological Disorders and Therapies

Flashcards covering symptoms and therapy techniques for various psychological disorders.

What are the symptoms of ADHD?

Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity

What therapy techniques are used for ADHD?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Therapy

What are the symptoms of Agoraphobia?

Fear of situations where escape is difficult, avoidance behavior

What therapy techniques are used for Agoraphobia?

Exposure Therapy, CBT

What are the symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder that Antidepressants are used for?

Persistent sadness, loss of interest

What are the symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder that Anti-Anxiety medications are used for?

Excessive worry, restlessness

What are the symptoms of Antisocial Personality Disorder?

Disregard for others, deceitfulness, lack of remorse

What therapy techniques are used for Antisocial Personality Disorder?

CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

What are the symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Social communication deficits, repetitive behaviors

What therapy techniques are used for Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Person-Centered Therapy

What are the symptoms that biofeedback is used for?

Muscle tension, stress-related physical symptoms

What are the symptoms of Bipolar Disorder?

Manic episodes (high energy, reduced sleep) and depressive episodes

What therapy techniques are used for Bipolar Disorder?

CBT, Interpersonal Therapy

What are the symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder?

Emotional instability, fear of abandonment, self-harm

What therapy techniques are used for Borderline Personality Disorder?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

What does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) treat?

Treats symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD (varies by disorder)

What are the symptoms of Dependent Personality Disorder?

Excessive reliance on others, difficulty making decisions

What therapy techniques are used for Dependent Personality Disorder?

CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy

What does Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) treat?

Emotional dysregulation, suicidal thoughts (e.g., in BPD)

What are the symptoms of Dissociative Amnesia with Fugue?

Memory loss, unexpected travel (fugue state)

What therapy techniques are used for Dissociative Amnesia with Fugue?

Psychotherapy, CBT

What are the symptoms of Dissociative Identity Disorder?

Presence of two or more distinct identities, memory gaps

What therapy techniques are used for Dissociative Identity Disorder?

Long-term psychotherapy, CBT

What does Exposure Therapy treat?

Avoidance behaviors, anxiety (used for phobias, PTSD)

What does Free Association treat?

Unconscious conflict, anxiety (psychoanalytic issues)

What therapy techniques are used with Free Association?

Psychoanalysis (incorporates Free Association)

What are the symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder?

Excessive worry, restlessness, fatigue

What therapy techniques are used for Generalized Anxiety Disorder?

CBT, Anti-Anxiety medications

What are the symptoms of Histrionic Personality Disorder?

Attention-seeking, exaggerated emotions

What therapy techniques are used for Histrionic Personality Disorder?

Psychodynamic Therapy, CBT

What are the symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder?

Persistent sadness, sleep issues, loss of interest

What therapy techniques are used for Major Depressive Disorder?

CBT, Antidepressants

What are the symptoms of Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

Grandiosity, need for admiration, lack of empathy

What therapy techniques are used for Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

Psychotherapy, CBT

What are the symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

Intrusive thoughts, compulsions

What therapy techniques are used for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

Exposure and Response Prevention (CBT-based)

What are the symptoms of Social Anxiety Disorder?

Fear of social situations, avoidance

What therapy techniques are used for Social Anxiety Disorder?

CBT, Exposure Therapy

What are the symptoms of Panic Disorder?

Recurrent panic attacks, fear of future attacks

What therapy techniques are used for Panic Disorder?

CBT, Exposure Therapy

What are the symptoms of Paranoid Personality Disorder?

Distrust, suspicion of others

What therapy techniques are used for Paranoid Personality Disorder?

Psychotherapy, CBT

What does Person-Centered Therapy treat?

Emotional distress, lack of self-acceptance

What are the symptoms of PTSD?

Flashbacks, hypervigilance, avoidance

What therapy techniques are used for PTSD?

CBT, Exposure Therapy

What are the symptoms of Schizoid Personality Disorder?

Detachment from relationships, limited emotional expression

What therapy techniques are used for Schizoid Personality Disorder?

Psychotherapy, CBT

What are the symptoms of Schizophrenia?

Hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking

What therapy techniques are used for Schizophrenia?

Antipsychotic medications, CBT

What are the symptoms of Schizotypal Personality Disorder?

Eccentric behavior, odd beliefs, social anxiety

What therapy techniques are used for Schizotypal Personality Disorder?

CBT, Social Skills Training

What are the symptoms of Specific Phobia?

Intense fear of a specific object/situation

What therapy techniques are used for Specific Phobia?

Exposure Therapy, Systematic Desensitization

What does Systematic Desensitization treat?

Anxiety, avoidance (used for phobias)

What does Token Economy treat?

Non-compliance, lack of motivation (behavioral issues)

What additional therapy method is commonly used with antidepressants for Major Depressive Disorder?

Combined with CBT

What additional therapy method is commonly used with anti-anxiety medication for Generalized Anxiety Disorder?

Combined with CBT or Exposure Therapy

What therapy technique targets muscle tension and stress-related symptoms?

Biofeedback

Which therapy technique involves gradually exposing a patient to feared stimuli?

Exposure Therapy

Which therapy explores unconscious patterns and past experiences?

Psychodynamic Therapy

What specific type of training focuses on improving interpersonal skills and reducing social anxiety?

Social Skills Training

Which technique involves relaxation techniques and a gradual increase in exposure to feared stimuli?

Systematic Desensitization

Which therapy focuses on improving relationship skills and addressing interpersonal issues related to mood?

Interpersonal Therapy