Clinical & Health Psychology Overview

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What does the diathesis-stress model propose about psychological disorders?

  • They are entirely genetic in nature.
  • They are caused by learned behaviors only.
  • They are purely a result of environmental influences.
  • They result from a combination of biological vulnerability and stress. (correct)

Which theory suggests that stress responses can include nurturing behaviors towards others?

  • Tend-and-befriend theory (correct)
  • Drive Reduction Theory
  • Cognitive appraisal theory
  • Yerkes-Dodson Law

In cognitive-behavioral therapy, cognitive restructuring is primarily used to:

  • Strengthen defense mechanisms
  • Enhance emotional responses
  • Modify negative thought patterns (correct)
  • Increase physical activity

What defines the concept of 'cultural humility' in clinical psychology?

<p>A commitment to lifelong learning and self-reflection regarding one's cultural biases. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'obsession' in a clinical context?

<p>A persistent and intrusive thought. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

GAS (General Adaptation Syndrome)

A three-stage physiological response to stress: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Diathesis-stress model

Explains mental illness as the interaction of a predisposition (diathesis) and environmental stress.

Delusions vs. Hallucinations

Delusions are false beliefs; hallucinations are sensory experiences without external stimuli.

Problem-focused coping vs. Emotion-focused coping

Problem-focused coping tackles the issue directly; emotion-focused coping manages the feelings about the issue.

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Cognitive restructuring

Change negative thought patterns into more positive or realistic ones.

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Study Notes

Health & Positive Psych

  • GAS (General Adaptation Syndrome) - page 26
  • ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) - page 27
  • Tend-and-befriend theory of stress - page 28
  • Problem-focused vs. Emotion-focused coping - page 29
  • Positive subjective vs. Positive objective experiences - page 30

Clinical Psych

  • Diathesis-stress model - page 31
  • Delusions vs. Hallucinations - page 32
  • Ataque de nervios - page 33
  • Tajin kyofusho - page 34
  • Hypervigilance - page 35
  • Obsession vs. compulsion - page 36
  • Evidence-based interventions - page 37
  • Cultural humility - page 38
  • Therapeutic alliance - page 39
  • Psychotropic medication - page 40
  • Nonmaleficence - page 40
  • Treatment fidelity and integrity - page 40
  • Free association - page 41
  • Cognitive restructuring - page 41
  • Active listening - page 41
  • Cognitive triad - page 42
  • Systematic desensitization - page 42
  • Token economies - page 42
  • Biofeedback - page 43
  • Rational emotive behavior therapy - page 43

Suggested Extra Credit

  • Posttraumatic growth - page 6
  • Signature strengths & Virtues - page 7
  • Neurosis/psychosis - page 8
  • Agoraphobia - page 9
  • Dialectical behavior therapy - page 10

Motivation/Emotion/Stress

  • Drives & Drive Reduction Theory
  • Arousal Theory
  • Yerkes-Dodson Law
  • Self-determination theory (intrinsic vs. extrinsic)
  • Homeostasis
  • Incentive theory
  • Instincts & Instinct Theory
  • Lewin's motivational conflicts theory
  • Sensation-seeking Theory
  • Disinhibition
  • Boredom susceptibility
  • Facial-feedback hypothesis
  • Cognitive appraisal
  • Display rules
  • Elicitors
  • Lithium
  • Tardive dyskinesia
  • TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation)
  • Ghrelin and leptin
  • Hypothalamus and amygdala

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