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What is the primary function of the spinal cord in the Central Nervous System (CNS)?
What is the primary function of the spinal cord in the Central Nervous System (CNS)?
Which statement correctly describes the Central Nervous System (CNS)?
Which statement correctly describes the Central Nervous System (CNS)?
How many nerve cells (neurons) are estimated to control our thoughts and emotions?
How many nerve cells (neurons) are estimated to control our thoughts and emotions?
Which system helps normalize arousal and aids in the digestive process?
Which system helps normalize arousal and aids in the digestive process?
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What is one of the roles of neurons in the nervous system?
What is one of the roles of neurons in the nervous system?
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What does the diathesis-stress model suggest about the relationship between vulnerability and environmental events?
What does the diathesis-stress model suggest about the relationship between vulnerability and environmental events?
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In the context of the mentioned disorders, what role does a specific event play in the development of a disorder?
In the context of the mentioned disorders, what role does a specific event play in the development of a disorder?
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What is meant by 'vulnerability' in the context of triggering disorders?
What is meant by 'vulnerability' in the context of triggering disorders?
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According to the content, what can be concluded about the relationship between gene location and disorders?
According to the content, what can be concluded about the relationship between gene location and disorders?
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What role does environmental exposure play in the diathesis-stress model?
What role does environmental exposure play in the diathesis-stress model?
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What is the term for the anticipated course of a disorder?
What is the term for the anticipated course of a disorder?
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Which type of onset occurs when a disorder begins suddenly?
Which type of onset occurs when a disorder begins suddenly?
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What is a key reason for understanding the typical course of a disorder?
What is a key reason for understanding the typical course of a disorder?
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The gradual development of a disorder over an extended period is referred to as what?
The gradual development of a disorder over an extended period is referred to as what?
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What historical view was commonly held regarding bizarre behaviors in individuals with psychological disorders?
What historical view was commonly held regarding bizarre behaviors in individuals with psychological disorders?
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Which component is NOT involved in the development of blood-injection-injury phobia?
Which component is NOT involved in the development of blood-injection-injury phobia?
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What is a potential biological cause of blood-injection-injury phobia?
What is a potential biological cause of blood-injection-injury phobia?
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How do the emotional influences affect the development of blood-injection-injury phobia?
How do the emotional influences affect the development of blood-injection-injury phobia?
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Which factor represents a behavioral influence in the context of phobia development?
Which factor represents a behavioral influence in the context of phobia development?
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What misconception might arise from adopting a one-dimensional causal model of blood-injection-injury phobia?
What misconception might arise from adopting a one-dimensional causal model of blood-injection-injury phobia?
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In what way can someone's emotional state affect their response when confronted with blood?
In what way can someone's emotional state affect their response when confronted with blood?
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Which scenario best illustrates the complex interaction of factors causing blood-injection-injury phobia?
Which scenario best illustrates the complex interaction of factors causing blood-injection-injury phobia?
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Which of the following factors is least likely to contribute to Judy's phobia?
Which of the following factors is least likely to contribute to Judy's phobia?
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What physical method was historically used to balance the humors in psychiatric treatment?
What physical method was historically used to balance the humors in psychiatric treatment?
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Which electrical intervention gained prominence in the 1930s for treating mental illness?
Which electrical intervention gained prominence in the 1930s for treating mental illness?
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Grey believed that the root cause of insanity was always related to which aspect?
Grey believed that the root cause of insanity was always related to which aspect?
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What traditional Chinese concept did their treatment of unexplained mental disorders rely on?
What traditional Chinese concept did their treatment of unexplained mental disorders rely on?
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What is one significant risk associated with insulin shock therapy?
What is one significant risk associated with insulin shock therapy?
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What invention did Grey create to improve air circulation in hospitals?
What invention did Grey create to improve air circulation in hospitals?
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What were the effects of mild electric shock to the head in the 1970s?
What were the effects of mild electric shock to the head in the 1970s?
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Which treatment method was often associated with hysteria in the 19th century?
Which treatment method was often associated with hysteria in the 19th century?
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What is a primary focus of psychodynamic psychotherapy?
What is a primary focus of psychodynamic psychotherapy?
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Which concept suggests that all individuals can reach their highest potential given the right environment?
Which concept suggests that all individuals can reach their highest potential given the right environment?
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Who is associated with the hierarchy of needs model?
Who is associated with the hierarchy of needs model?
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What does unconditional positive regard refer to in humanistic therapy?
What does unconditional positive regard refer to in humanistic therapy?
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What role does empathy play in the humanistic approach?
What role does empathy play in the humanistic approach?
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Which of these tactics is NOT characteristic of psychodynamic therapy?
Which of these tactics is NOT characteristic of psychodynamic therapy?
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In classical conditioning, what is a conditioned response?
In classical conditioning, what is a conditioned response?
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What can result from effective humanistic therapy?
What can result from effective humanistic therapy?
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Stimulus generalization refers to which of the following?
Stimulus generalization refers to which of the following?
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Which aspect is NOT emphasized in the therapeutic relationship of psychodynamic therapy?
Which aspect is NOT emphasized in the therapeutic relationship of psychodynamic therapy?
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Study Notes
Abnormal Psychology Chapter 1: Abnormal Behavior in History Context
- Abnormality: Referred to as being above or below the norm. Behavior disruptive to oneself or others is considered abnormal.
- Psychopathology: Study of mental disorders, focusing on the disorders. Includes theoretical basis, etiology (cause), symptomatology (manifestations), diagnosis, and treatment.
- Psychological Disorder: A psychological dysfunction in an individual, associated with distress/impairment in functioning, and a response atypical of cultural expectations.
- Criteria for a Psychological Disorder: Dysfunction, distress, deviance, and dangerousness.
- Abnormal Behavior: A psychological dysfunction in an individual that is associated with distress/impairment in functioning and a response not typical/culturally expected.
Accepted Definition of Psychological Disorder (DSM-5)
- Behavioral, psychological, or biological dysfunction
- Unexpected in cultural context
- Associated with distress and impairment in functioning
- Increased risk of suffering, death, pain, or impairment
Course of Disorders
- Chronic: Lasting a long time, sometimes lifetime.
- Episodic: Recovery within months but recurrence possible.
- Time-limited: Improvement without treatment in a short period.
- Acute onset: Sudden beginning.
- Insidious onset: Gradual development.
Science of Psychopathology
- Scientific study of psychological disorders.
- Counseling psychologists study and treat adjustment and vocational issues.
Historical Conceptions of Abnormal Behavior
- Supernatural Tradition: Believed to be due to demons and witchcraft (14th-15th century)
- Stress/Melancholy: Insanity was a natural phenomenon tied to stress, mental/emotional problems. Treatment involved various baths, remedies, and environment.
- Biological Tradition: Hippocrates and Galen linked psychological disorders to brain pathology/head trauma, considered possible influence of genetics. Emphasis on humoral theory (balance of fluids).
- Psychological Tradition: Plato and Aristotle linked maladaptive behaviors to social and cultural influences in one’s life, with learning taking place in their environment. The best treatment involves a deep understanding of psychosocial factors affecting personal development.
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Explore the historical context of abnormal behavior in this quiz based on Chapter 1 of Abnormal Psychology. Understand key concepts such as psychopathology, psychological disorders, and the criteria for defining abnormal behavior. Test your knowledge on how these ideas have evolved and their significance in today's context.
