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What is the primary focus of Chapter 15 in the Abnormal Psychology textbook?
What is the primary focus of Chapter 15 in the Abnormal Psychology textbook?
What is the result of persistent uncontrollable and unpredictable stress?
What is the result of persistent uncontrollable and unpredictable stress?
What is implicated in the link between psychological and physical problems?
What is implicated in the link between psychological and physical problems?
What is the term for physiological arousal that results from a chronic stressor when it lasts over a period of time?
What is the term for physiological arousal that results from a chronic stressor when it lasts over a period of time?
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What is the title of the chapter that discusses psychological factors and general health?
What is the title of the chapter that discusses psychological factors and general health?
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Who is the author of the Abnormal Psychology textbook?
Who is the author of the Abnormal Psychology textbook?
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What is the main focus of health psychology?
What is the main focus of health psychology?
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What is another term for the field of health psychology?
What is another term for the field of health psychology?
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The biopsychosocial approach to understanding physical health involves which of the following factors?
The biopsychosocial approach to understanding physical health involves which of the following factors?
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Who are the authors of the Handbook of Clinical Health Psychology?
Who are the authors of the Handbook of Clinical Health Psychology?
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What is the title of the chapter by Baum, Perry, Jr., and Tarbell in the Handbook of Clinical Health Psychology?
What is the title of the chapter by Baum, Perry, Jr., and Tarbell in the Handbook of Clinical Health Psychology?
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In which year was the Handbook of Clinical Health Psychology published?
In which year was the Handbook of Clinical Health Psychology published?
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What is a consequence of sleep deprivation on psychological health?
What is a consequence of sleep deprivation on psychological health?
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What can be a cause of sleep disorders?
What can be a cause of sleep disorders?
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What is insomnia disorder characterized by?
What is insomnia disorder characterized by?
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What is a possible effect of sleep deprivation on cognitive abilities?
What is a possible effect of sleep deprivation on cognitive abilities?
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What can be affected by stress?
What can be affected by stress?
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What is a consequence of severe sleep deprivation?
What is a consequence of severe sleep deprivation?
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What can be a physiological effect of a medical condition?
What can be a physiological effect of a medical condition?
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What is a characteristic of sleep disorders?
What is a characteristic of sleep disorders?
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What are the typical characteristics of behaviors observed during REM sleep behavior disorder?
What are the typical characteristics of behaviors observed during REM sleep behavior disorder?
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Which treatment is commonly recommended for nightmares that cause significant distress?
Which treatment is commonly recommended for nightmares that cause significant distress?
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What sensations are primarily associated with Restless Legs Syndrome?
What sensations are primarily associated with Restless Legs Syndrome?
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Which of the following is a treatment option for REM sleep behavior disorder?
Which of the following is a treatment option for REM sleep behavior disorder?
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What impact does Restless Legs Syndrome have on an individual's daily life?
What impact does Restless Legs Syndrome have on an individual's daily life?
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Which factors are associated with Restless Legs Syndrome?
Which factors are associated with Restless Legs Syndrome?
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For a diagnosis of Nightmare Disorder, what condition must be met?
For a diagnosis of Nightmare Disorder, what condition must be met?
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Which of the following comorbidities is frequently associated with REM sleep behavior disorder?
Which of the following comorbidities is frequently associated with REM sleep behavior disorder?
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What is the main characteristic of the 'Delayed sleep phase type' of Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorder?
What is the main characteristic of the 'Delayed sleep phase type' of Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorder?
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Which type of Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorder is caused by working rotating shifts or irregular hours?
Which type of Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorder is caused by working rotating shifts or irregular hours?
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What is a common treatment approach for Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders?
What is a common treatment approach for Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders?
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What differentiates Confusional Arousals from Sleep Terrors?
What differentiates Confusional Arousals from Sleep Terrors?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of 'Irregular sleep-wake type' of Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders?
Which of the following is a characteristic of 'Irregular sleep-wake type' of Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders?
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What is a key difference between 'Non-24-hr type' and 'Shift work type' of Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders?
What is a key difference between 'Non-24-hr type' and 'Shift work type' of Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Disorders of Arousal?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Disorders of Arousal?
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What is the primary characteristic of 'Sleepwalking disorder'?
What is the primary characteristic of 'Sleepwalking disorder'?
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Study Notes
Health Psychology
- Explores how biological, psychological, and social/environmental factors interact to influence physical health.
- Also called behavioral medicine.
- Biopsychosocial approach to understanding of physical health.
Allostatic Load
- Physiological arousal that results from a chronic stressor when it lasts over a period of time.
- Result of persistent uncontrollable and unpredictable stress.
- Implicated in the link between psychological and physical problems.
Insomnia
- Chronic difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep or sleep that does not restore energy and alertness and leads to clinically significant distress or impairment.
Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders
- Sleep disruption leading to excessive sleepiness or insomnia due to a difference in person’s circadian sleep–wake pattern.
- Types include:
- Delayed sleep phase type
- Advanced sleep phase type
- Irregular sleep-wake type
- Non-24-hr type
- Shift work type
- Treatment includes behavioral interventions and administering melatonin at prescribed times.
Disorders of Arousal
- Recurrent episodes of incomplete awakening from sleep that seem to mix elements of wakefulness and NREM sleep.
- Types include:
- Sleep terror disorder
- Sleepwalking disorder
- Confusional arousals
Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behavior Disorder
- Complex, dangerous, or violent behaviors during REM sleep are frequent and impairing.
- Violent behaviors characteristic of REM sleep behavior disorder are comorbid with other sleep–wake disorders.
- Treatment includes clonazepam and melatonin.
Nightmare Disorder
- Frequent nightmares causing distress or impairment in functioning.
- For a diagnosis, the nightmares must be frequent enough to cause significant distress or impairment in functioning.
- Treatment includes cognitive-behavioral interventions, such as desensitization.
Restless Legs Syndrome
- Creeping, crawling, tingling, itching sensations in legs making it difficult to sleep.
- Resulting in fatigue, mental health problems, and difficulty functioning.
- Associated with:
- Increased rates of depression and anxiety
- Specific genetic loci
- Abnormalities in the dopamine system
- Iron deficiencies
- Treatment includes drug therapy.
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This quiz covers topics from the 9th edition of Abnormal Psychology by Susan Nolen-Hoeksema, focusing on psychological disorders and their implications. Test your knowledge of abnormal psychology concepts and theories. Learn and review key terms and principles.
