Suicide and Somatic Disorders

A set of flashcards summarizing key concepts from a lecture on suicide and somatic disorders.

What is suicide?

Self-inflicted death where one consciously and intentionally ends their life.

What are the four types of people who intentionally end their lives according to Shneidman?

Death seeker, death initiator, death ignorer, death darer.

What is Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI)?

Direct and deliberate destruction of the body without intent to die.

What is one potential reason for engaging in NSSI?

It serves as a relief from tension or emotional suffering.

What method is used to study suicide retrospectively?

Asking relatives, therapists, or physicians about the person's past.

How often does a suicide occur according to the statistics mentioned?

One death every 11 minutes.

Name one potential trigger for suicide.

Stressful events.

What does the term 'Modeling' refer to in the context of suicide?

The contagion effect where individuals may feel encouraged to commit suicide after another person's suicide.

What psychological concept relates to self-hatred and aggression in the context of suicide?

The psychodynamic explanation suggesting a 'death instinct' or Thanatos.

What are the three categories of suicide identified by Durkheim?

Egoistic, altruistic, and anomic.

According to the Interpersonal View, what are the two beliefs that increase the risk of suicide?

Perceived burdensomeness and thwarted belongingness.

What biological factor is mentioned as a potential cause for suicidal behavior?

Low serotonin activity.

What group shows the highest rates of suicide attempts according to age demographics?

Adolescents.

What is one treatment option that may be particularly helpful after a suicide attempt?

Cognitive-behavioral therapy.

What is one common step included in suicide prevention programs?

Assess and mobilize the caller’s resources.

What is Factitious Disorder?

Falsification of physical or psychological signs and symptoms associated with deception.

How is Conversion Disorder diagnosed?

By evidence of incompatibility between symptoms and recognized neurological or medical conditions.

What defines Somatic Symptom Disorder?

One or more distressing somatic symptoms and excessive thoughts or behaviors related to those symptoms.

What characterizes Illness Anxiety Disorder (Hypochondriasis)?

Preoccupation with having or acquiring a serious illness, despite mild or no somatic symptoms.

What are 'psychophysiological' disorders?

Psychological factors affecting other medical conditions, such as ulcers and hypertension.

What is 'behavioral medicine'?

Psychological treatments for physical disorders, including techniques like relaxation training and biofeedback.