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Medical Model

Mental illness should be treated and diagnosed like physical illness.

DSM-5

The current list/definitions of all mental disorders.

The 4 D's

Disturbance, Dysfunction, Distress, Deviant thought or behavior.

Psychotic Disorders

Disorders that interfere with the ability to differentiate between real and imagined entities.

Schizophrenia

A disorder requiring predisposition and specific stressors for manifestation.

Positive Symptoms

Symptoms like hallucinations experienced in schizophrenia.

Major Depressive Disorder

A substantial long-term feeling of emptiness affecting one's life.

Cognitive Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder

Includes depressed mood, reduced interest, excessive guilt, and suicidal ideation.

Bipolar I Disorder

Characterized by mixed manic and depressive episodes.

Origins of Bipolar Disorder

Includes prenatal alcoholism and strong genetic factors.

Social Anxiety Disorder

Intense fear of humiliation or embarrassment in social situations.

Panic Disorder

Characterized by recurrent panic attacks and fear of future attacks.

Agoraphobia

Fear of being in situations where escape or help is unavailable.

General Anxiety Disorder

Most common anxiety disorder, marked by prolonged anxiety and worry.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Characterized by uncontrollable thoughts and compulsions to reduce anxiety.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Persistent symptoms following a traumatic event, lasting at least one month.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

Linked to abuse; involves multiple identities and lack of control.

Cluster A Personality Disorders

Characterized by odd/eccentric behaviors and intense feelings of not belonging.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

Characterized by impulsive and violent behavior.

Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder

Features strict routines and inflated self-perception without true obsessions.