abnormal psych chapter 1

What do we mean by abnormality?

there is no consensus definition BUT there are some clear indicators of abnormality

What are these indicators?

subjective distress

maldapativeness

statistical deviancy

violation of the standards of society

social discomfort

irrationality and unpredictability

dangerousness

is one element sufficient to define or determine abnormality?

not one element is sufficient enough

does culture play a role in determining what is/is not normal?

yes it does play a role

what does the DSM-5 define mental disorders?

biological, psychological, or developmental dysfunction in someone

clinically significant disturbance in behavior, emotional regulation, or cognitive function

what is another psychiatric classification system?

ICD - 10

disadvantages of classification?

loss of an individuals information

stigma and stereotyping

How can we reduce prejudicial attitudes toward people who are mentally ill?

understanding of neurobiological basis

contact with individuals who are mentally ill

advantages of classification?

facilitates research and easier to communicate about it

examples of culture speceific disorders?

Taijin Ky

what is taijin kyofusho?

social anxiety prevalent in japan - fear that ones body, body parts or body functions may offend, embarrass, or make others feel uncomf

what is ataque de nervios?

Symptoms can include crying, trembling, fainting, uncontrollable screaming, and a general feeling of loss of control

what is epidemilogy?

study of distribution of diseases, disorders, or health related behaviors in a given population

point prevalence refers to

to the estimated proportion of actual, active cases of a disorder in a given population at a given point of time

prevalence is typically expressed as?

precentages

different types of prevalences’s

point

lifetime

1 - year

incidence is the

Number of new cases in population over given period of time

most common prevalence?

depression

anxiety

eating disorders

drug use disorders

what is comorbidity?

having two disorders

benefits of research

Learn about a disorder’s symptoms, prevalence, duration (acute, chronic), and accompanying problems

Understand etiology and nature of disorder

•Discover how to provide the best patient care

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