Mental Health and DSM-5 Overview
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Which of the following is NOT a type of factor considered in the diagnosis of mental disorders?

  • Precipitating factors
  • Protective factors
  • Predisposing factors
  • Superficial factors (correct)

    • Diagnosis of mental disorders can be solely based on the DSM-5 criteria without considering clinical judgment.

    False

    What does the DSM-5 help clinicians to determine in regards to mental health disorders?

    It helps clinicians to identify and classify thoughts and behaviors.

    The DSM-5 defines a mental disorder as a clinically significant behavioral or psychological __________.

    <p>syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about mental health and illness?

    <p>They exist on a continuum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Diagnostic criteria in the DSM-5 can capture all scales of severity and abnormality.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is cultural context important in diagnosing mental health disorders?

    <p>Cultural context impacts assessments of functioning and individual experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Predisposing factors = Elements that increase the likelihood of developing a disorder Precipitating factors = Events that trigger the onset of a disorder Perpetuating factors = Elements that maintain or worsen a disorder Protective factors = Elements that reduce the risk of developing a disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic behavior during a manic episode of Bipolar 1 disorder?

    <p>Increased talkativeness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of delusion involves the belief that one possesses exceptional abilities, wealth, or fame?

    <p>Grandiose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    People with Bipolar 1 disorder blame their manic episodes on external factors.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the less severe period of unusual happiness and energy called in Bipolar 1 disorder?

    <p>Hypomanic episode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Auditory hallucinations are the most common type of hallucination experienced.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes disorganized speech in individuals?

    <p>Derailment, loose associations, and incoherence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a major depression phase, individuals may experience feelings of __________.

    <p>sadness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the symptoms with the correct phase of Bipolar disorder:

    <p>Manic Episode = Over-spending and taking risks Hypomanic Episode = Less severe and better functioning Major Depression = Feeling hopeless and withdrawing from loved ones Depressive Episode = Inability to concentrate and sleep disturbances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A belief that another person is in love with oneself is known as __________ delusion.

    <p>erotomanic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a manic episode in Bipolar 1?

    <p>Excessive sleep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of hallucination with its description:

    <p>Auditory = Voices perceived as distinct from one's own thoughts Visual = Seeing something that isn't present Olfactory = Smelling scents that have no physical source Tactile = Feeling sensations on or under the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of hallucinations?

    <p>Are under voluntary control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bipolar 2 disorder includes both hypomanic episodes and major depressive episodes.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nihilistic delusions involve the belief that one is seriously ill.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one common symptom of major depression?

    <p>Tired constantly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    People experiencing a manic episode may __________ to their family.

    <p>neglect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common limitation in evaluating disorganized speech in individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds?

    <p>Cultural differences in communication styles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hallucinations must occur in a clear conscious state, ruling out those that happen when __________ or __________.

    <p>falling asleep, waking up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Manic Episode = A period of extremely elevated mood and activity Hypomanic Episode = A less severe but elevated mood with better functioning Major Depression = A state of feeling sad and empty most of the time Bipolar Disorder = A mental health condition marked by mood swings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms best describes speech that is nearly incomprehensible and indicative of severe disorganized thought?

    <p>Incoherence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following traits is NOT associated with a sense of entitlement?

    <p>Frantic efforts to avoid abandonment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder often have stable and consistent self-images.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one self-damaging area of impulsivity often seen in individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder.

    <p>Substance abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A recurrent pattern of unstable and intense interpersonal relationships may involve alternating between idealization and ______.

    <p>devaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms related to Borderline Personality Disorder with their definitions:

    <p>Frantic efforts to avoid abandonment = An attempt to prevent perceived or real loss of relationships Affective instability = Marked reactivity of mood Chronic feelings of emptiness = Persistent sense of void or lack of fulfillment Impulsivity = Engaging in risky behaviors without forethought</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cluster of personality disorders is characterized by dramatic and erratic behavior?

    <p>Cluster B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Avoidant Personality Disorder is classified under Cluster B.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one personality disorder that falls under Cluster A.

    <p>Paranoid PD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ___ PD is characterized by a lack of interest in social relationships.

    <p>Schizoid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the personality disorders with their corresponding cluster:

    <p>Antisocial PD = Cluster B Narcissistic PD = Cluster B Avoidant PD = Cluster C Paranoid PD = Cluster A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one goal of therapeutic support for individuals with personality disorders?

    <p>To develop routine and predictability in treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Empathetic respect is a key component of therapeutic support.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of behavior does Cluster C encompass?

    <p>Anxious/fearful behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ___ focus on emotional state helps in understanding negative experiences.

    <p>Active</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of emotional experiences with their therapy-related goals:

    <p>Negative emotional experiences = Understand the impact on well-being Risk management = Collaborative support Routine development = Establish predictability in treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Mental health on a Continuum

    • Mental health exists on a continuum
    • Current diagnoses are based on symptoms
    • Diagnoses should not be based on rigid checklists
    • Diagnosis should include both objective and subjective information to determine impact.
    • Diagnosis helps to classify thoughts and behaviors.

    DSM-5 Definition of Mental Disorder

    • Clinically significant disturbance
    • Behavioral or psychological syndrome
    • Associated with distress or disability
    • Significant loss of freedom

    Psychotic Symptoms

    • Delusions: False beliefs that are firmly held despite evidence to the contrary.
      • Non-bizarre delusions: Not impossible, but unlikely and unsupported by evidence.
      • Grandeur: Belief of exceptional abilities, wealth, or fame.
      • Erotomanic: False belief that another person is in love with them.
      • Nihilistic: Belief that a major catastrophe will occur.
      • Somatic: Preoccupations with health and organ function.
    • Hallucinations: Perception-like experiences that occur without an external stimulus.
      • Sensory modalities: auditory, visual, tactile, olfactory, gustatory, and kinesthetic.
      • Auditory hallucinations are the most common.

    Disorganized Speech

    • Indicates disorganised thought disorder, which is characterized by a lack of coherence and logical connections in speech.
    • Examples
      • Derailment or loose associations: Shifting from one topic to another without prompting or linkage.
      • Tangentiality: Answers to questions are obliquely related or completely unrelated.
      • Incoherence or “word salad”: Speech is so disorganized that it is incomprehensible.

    Bipolar Disorder

    • Bipolar 1 Disorder:
      • Characterized by at least one manic episode, which is a period of unusually elevated or irritable mood, accompanied by increased energy and activity.
      • Often includes:
        • Increased talkativeness & distractibility
        • Racing thoughts
        • Grandiosity
        • Sleep disturbances
        • Risky behaviors
        • Impaired judgment
      • Manic symptoms can lead to significant problems with relationships, work, or finances.
    • Hypomanic Episode:
      • Less severe than a manic episode.
      • Includes increased happiness & energy.
      • People can still function during this period.
    • Major Depressive Episode:
      • Symptoms include sadness, hopelessness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and difficulty concentrating.

    Differences between Bipolar 1 and Bipolar 2

    • Bipolar 1: Defined by at least one manic episode. Can involve hypomanic or depressive episodes.
    • Bipolar 2: Defined by at least one hypomanic episode and at least one major depressive episode. Does not involve a full manic episode.

    Personality Disorders

    • The DSM-5 identifies ten personality disorders in three categories:
      • Cluster A (Odd & Eccentric)
        • Paranoid PD
        • Schizoid PD
        • Schizotypal PD
      • Cluster B (Dramatic, Erratic)
        • Antisocial PD
        • Borderline PD
        • Histrionic PD
        • Narcissistic PD
      • Cluster C (Anxious & Fearful)
        • Avoidant PD
        • Dependent PD
        • Obsessive - Comulsive PD

    Therapeutic Support

    • Nurturing & Respectful Environment:
      • Active & careful focus on emotional state.
      • Empathetic respect and validation.
      • Engagement with understanding the person’s problems.
    • Collaborative Risk Management:
      • People with personality disorders may have a difficult time regulating emotions.
      • Develop routine & predictability in treatment to help manage their emotions.

    Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

    • Key Characteristics:
      • Frantic efforts to avoid real or imagined abandonment.
      • Unstable and intense interpersonal relationships.
      • Identity disturbance.
      • Impulsivity in at least two areas that are potentially self-damaging.
      • Recurrent suicidal behaviour, gestures, or threats, or self-mutilating behaviour.
      • Affective instability due to a marked reactivity of mood.
      • Chronic feelings of emptiness.
      • Inappropriate, intense anger or difficulty controlling anger.

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