Psychological Disorders Review

This set of flashcards covers key vocabulary related to psychological disorders based on the lecture notes.

Psychological Disorder

A sickness or disorder of the mind characterized by deviant, maladaptive, and personally distressing behavior.

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Disorders that typically manifest early in development, resulting in developmental deficits impacting personal, social, academic, or occupational functioning.

Anxiety Disorders

A category of disorders characterized by excessive fear and anxiety in the absence of true danger, leading to autonomic arousal.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A disorder marked by nearly constant anxiety not associated with any specific object or event, characterized by incessant worry.

Panic Disorder

A disorder consisting of sudden, overwhelming panic attacks that are unanticipated and include physiological symptoms.

Agoraphobia

Fear of being in situations where escape may be difficult, leading to avoidance of crowded or enclosed spaces.

Specific Phobia

Persistent fear of a specific object or situation that leads to significant distress or impairment in functioning.

Social Anxiety Disorder

Fear of being negatively evaluated by others in social situations, leading to avoidance of interpersonal interactions.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) performed to reduce anxiety.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

A psychological disorder that involves intrusive memories, nightmares, and flashbacks following exposure to a traumatic event.

Dissociative Disorders

Disorders characterized by disruptions in consciousness, memory, identity, or perception, often as a response to trauma.

Major Depressive Disorder

A mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness, lack of interest in activities, and cognitive impairments that affect daily life.

Bipolar Disorder

A mood disorder marked by alternating periods of depression and mania or hypomania, leading to significant changes in mood and behavior.

Schizophrenia

A severe psychological disorder characterized by disorder in thought processes, perceptions, and emotional responsiveness, leading to psychosis.

Borderline Personality Disorder

A personality disorder marked by instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and emotions along with impulsive behavior.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

A personality disorder where individuals exhibit socially undesirable behavior, impulsivity, and lack of empathy towards others.