Psychology: Therapy and Treatment

This set of flashcards covers key terms and concepts related to various forms of therapy and treatment for mental health issues as discussed in the lecture.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event.

Ocean Therapy Program

A program that combines surfing with group discussions to help veterans recover from PTSD.

Deinstitutionalization

The process of closing large asylums and providing treatment for mental health conditions in local communities.

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

A medical treatment for severe depression that involves inducing seizures through electrical stimulation.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A psychotherapy that focuses on changing cognitive distortions and self-defeating behaviors.

Psychotropic Medications

Medications used to treat psychological disorders, addressing symptoms but not curing the disorder.

Resistance

A phenomenon where a patient blocks unacceptable urges or painful conflicts during therapeutic processes, as theorized by Freud.

Active Listening

A technique in therapy where the therapist acknowledges, restates, and clarifies what the client expresses.

Exposure Therapy

A behavioral treatment that helps clients confront fears or anxiety by gradually exposing them to the feared object or context.

Cultural Competence

The ability of mental health professionals to understand and effectively address the cultural background and needs of their clients.