30 Questions
What are the common features often used to define abnormality in psychology?
Deviance, distress, dysfunction, and danger
How is 'abnormality' in psychology related to 'normal' behavior?
It implies deviation from some clearly defined norms or standards
What is the focus of Abnormal Psychology?
Maladaptive behavior and its causes, consequences, and treatment
How is adaptation defined in psychology?
The person’s ability to modify behavior in response to changing environmental requirements
What does 'maladaptive behavior' refer to in psychology?
Behavior that cannot be modified according to the needs of the situation
Which area within psychology is focused on studying maladaptive behavior?
Abnormal Psychology
What does the first approach consider abnormal behavior to be?
A deviation from social norms
How are abnormal behaviors, thoughts, and emotions defined in relation to societal norms?
They differ markedly from a society’s ideas of proper functioning
What factor influences how societies define abnormal behavior?
Cultural values
How does the text describe the impact of a society's values on defining abnormal behavior?
Values may change over time and affect views of abnormal behavior
What is a critique raised about the definition of abnormal behavior based on the first approach?
It emphasizes conformity to social norms
How does the second approach view abnormal behavior?
As a result of maladaptive behavior
What type of behavior is typical in children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)?
Hostile and defiant behavior
How do individuals with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) often perceive their behavior?
Hostile and justified
Which type of actions are typical in Conduct Disorder?
Aggressive actions that threaten harm or cause property damage
What is a key characteristic of disruptive behavior disorders like Conduct Disorder?
Actions and attitudes that violate norms and rights
Which of the following is an implication of Specific Learning Disorder on functioning and performance?
Impairment in activities dependent on related skills
What is often the relationship between the symptoms of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and interactions with others?
Entanglement with problematic interactions
Which type of disorder is characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior?
Intellectual disability
What kind of symptoms can be seen in bipolar disorder?
Alternating depressive episodes with manic symptoms
Which disorder is characterized by persistent changes in mood and emotion?
Mood disorder
What is a key characteristic of borderline personality disorder?
Enduring patterns of behavior and thought that deviate from cultural norms
Which factor plays a crucial role in managing mental disorders according to the text?
Seeking help from a healthcare provider or mental health professional
What distinguishes depression from usual mood fluctuations?
Depressive symptoms beyond short-lived emotional responses
What characterizes anxiety disorders?
Unusual and excessive fear and worry
What distinguishes eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?
Disturbed relationship with food
Which of the following mental disorders is associated with significant limitations in intellectual functioning?
Intellectual disability
What is a common feature of mood disorders?
Persistent changes in mood and emotion
How are anxiety disorders different from personality disorders?
Anxiety disorders cause disturbances in behavior, while personality disorders affect mood
Which characteristic is common in both anxiety and eating disorders?
Significant distress or impairment in functioning
Explore different types of mental disorders including anxiety disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, mood disorders, and intellectual disability. Learn about the impact of these conditions on thinking, feeling, behavior, and daily life functioning.
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