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Which type of mental disorders are caused by physical changes in the brain due to medical conditions such as infections, injuries, and degenerative diseases?
Which type of mental disorders are caused by physical changes in the brain due to medical conditions such as infections, injuries, and degenerative diseases?
- Psychogenic disorders
- Functional psychiatric disorders
- Psychosomatic disorders
- Organic psychiatric disorders (correct)
What is the focus of Clinical Neuro-psychiatry?
What is the focus of Clinical Neuro-psychiatry?
- Understanding the biochemical basis of psychiatric disorders
- Neurological assessment and management of psychiatric disorders (correct)
- Psychological assessment and intervention
- Diagnosis and management of psychiatric emergencies
Which field of psychiatry involves the study of drugs used in the treatment of mental disorders?
Which field of psychiatry involves the study of drugs used in the treatment of mental disorders?
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- Psychopharmacology (correct)
- Ethics and Forensic Psychiatry
- Emergency Psychiatry
What is the main focus of Psychotherapy in psychiatry?
What is the main focus of Psychotherapy in psychiatry?
What is the primary focus of Ethics and Forensic Psychiatry?
What is the primary focus of Ethics and Forensic Psychiatry?
In which area of psychiatry is the management of psychiatric emergencies a key concern?
In which area of psychiatry is the management of psychiatric emergencies a key concern?
What are some common causes of organic psychiatric disorders?
What are some common causes of organic psychiatric disorders?
What term is introduced in DSM-V to categorize neurocognitive disorders?
What term is introduced in DSM-V to categorize neurocognitive disorders?
What is the essential criterion for major NCD in DSM-V?
What is the essential criterion for major NCD in DSM-V?
What treatment may be included for neurocognitive disorders?
What treatment may be included for neurocognitive disorders?
What can exposure to lead or mercury cause?
What can exposure to lead or mercury cause?
What is retained in DSM-V due to familiarity to the public and medical practitioners?
What is retained in DSM-V due to familiarity to the public and medical practitioners?
Which diagnostic category encompasses syndromes previously categorized as dementia and amnestic disorder?
Which diagnostic category encompasses syndromes previously categorized as dementia and amnestic disorder?
What can cause a gradual decline in brain function over time?
What can cause a gradual decline in brain function over time?
Study Notes
Organic Psychiatric Disorders
- Caused by physical changes in the brain due to medical conditions such as infections, injuries, and degenerative diseases
- Common causes include:
- Infections (e.g. encephalitis, meningitis)
- Injuries (e.g. head trauma)
- Degenerative diseases (e.g. Alzheimer's, Parkinson's)
Clinical Neuro-psychiatry
- Focuses on the study of the relationship between the brain and behavior
- Examines the neural mechanisms underlying mental disorders
Psychopharmacology
- Involves the study of drugs used in the treatment of mental disorders
- Focuses on the development and use of medications to treat mental health conditions
Psychotherapy
- Main focus is on talking therapies and counseling to treat mental disorders
- Aims to help individuals understand and change their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
Ethics and Forensic Psychiatry
- Primary focus is on the legal and ethical aspects of psychiatric practice
- Examines the intersection of mental health and the law, including issues such as consent and confidentiality
Emergency Psychiatry
- Key concern is the management of psychiatric emergencies, such as suicidal crises or acute psychotic episodes
- Involves the rapid assessment and treatment of individuals in crisis
Neurocognitive Disorders
- Term introduced in DSM-V to categorize neurocognitive disorders
- Essential criterion for major NCD in DSM-V is significant cognitive decline in one or more cognitive domains
- Treatment may include:
- Medications to manage symptoms
- Cognitive training and rehabilitation
- Behavioral interventions
DSM-V
- Retains the term "dementia" due to familiarity to the public and medical practitioners
- Diagnostic category that encompasses syndromes previously categorized as dementia and amnestic disorder
- Neurocognitive disorders can cause a gradual decline in brain function over time
Environmental Toxins
- Exposure to lead or mercury can cause neurocognitive disorders and other mental health problems
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Test your knowledge on Organic Psychiatric Disorders, Clinical Neuropsychiatry, Psychopharmacology, Psychotherapy, Ethics and Forensic Psychiatry, and Geriatric Psychiatry. This quiz is designed for BSc. Psychiatry students to reinforce their understanding of the theoretical background and practical application of psychiatric concepts.
