Abnormal Pysch

Psychopathology

The study of psychological disorders.

Situational context

The environment or circumstances in which behavior occurs.

Subjective discomfort

Personal feelings of distress or unease.

Maladaptive

Behaviors that interfere with one's ability to function effectively.

Psychological disorder

A pattern of thoughts, feelings, or behaviors causing significant distress or impairment.

Biological model

Understanding psychological disorders as a result of biological factors.

Cultural relativity

The idea that behavior must be considered in the context of the culture in which it occurs.

Dissociative amnesia

Inability to recall important personal information, often due to trauma.

Therapy

Treatment aimed at improving mental health and well-being.

Eclectic

Drawing on multiple therapeutic approaches.

Psychotherapy

Treatment through psychological techniques.

Insight therapy

Therapy focusing on gaining understanding of one's motives and actions.

Action therapy

Therapy emphasizing changing behavior.

Biomedical therapy

Treatment using medication or medical procedures.

Psychodynamic therapy

Therapy focusing on unconscious processes.

IPT

Interpersonal therapy, focusing on improving relationships.

Free-floating anxiety

Generalized feelings of anxiety with no specific cause.

Phobia

Intense fear of a specific object or situation.

Social anxiety disorder

Fear of social situations.

Panic attack

Sudden onset of intense fear or discomfort.

OCD

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors.

PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, following exposure to a traumatic event.

Major depressive disorder

Persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.

Bipolar disorder

Mood disorder with episodes of depression and mania.

ADHD

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, characterized by inattention and hyperactivity.

Psychotic

Experiencing a break from reality.

Delusions

False beliefs not based on reality.

Hallucinations

Perceiving things that are not present.

Antisocial personality disorder

Disregard for others' rights and feelings.

Person-centered therapy

Therapy emphasizing empathy and unconditional positive regard.

Group therapy

Therapy involving a small group of individuals.

Behavior modification

Changing behavior through reinforcement or punishment.

CBT

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, focusing on changing negative thought patterns.

Psychopharmacology

Study of how drugs affect mental processes.

Electroconvulsive therapy

Treatment for severe depression involving electrical stimulation.