Psychology and Education Terminology

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and concepts related to psychology and educational practices, focusing on legal definitions, therapeutic approaches, and conditions affecting children.

Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity

A legal defense where the defendant claims they were unable to understand the nature of their act due to a severe mental illness.

Guilty But Mentally Ill

A verdict indicating that the defendant was mentally ill at the time of the crime but still bears responsibility for their actions.

Mentally Incompetent to Stand Trial

A status where an individual cannot understand the court proceedings or assist in their own defense due to mental illness.

M'Naghten Test

A legal standard used to determine if a defendant was sane at the time of the offense; focuses on their ability to understand right from wrong.

Irresistible Impulse Test

A standard that evaluates whether a defendant was unable to control their conduct or conform to the law due to mental illness.

Durham Test

A legal standard determining insanity based on the criminal act being the product of mental illness.

American Law Institute Test

A standard for insanity that assesses whether individuals lacked substantial capacity to appreciate the criminality of their conduct.

Duty to Protect

A legal obligation of psychologists to warn potential victims of imminent harm, established in the Tarasoff case.

Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

Personalized educational plans designed to support children with disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A type of psychotherapy that is effective in treating anxiety and depression, especially when combined with medication.

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

A therapeutic approach that uses principles of behavior analysis to improve communication and social skills in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

A behavioral disorder characterized by a pattern of angry, argumentative, and vindictive behaviors.

Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Deficits in social communication and interaction, impacting educational and social outcomes for affected individuals.