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Which of the following statements best describes abnormal behavior?
Which of the following statements best describes abnormal behavior?
- Behavior that deviates from societal norms and expectations. (correct)
- Behavior that is always visible to others.
- Any behavior that is not celebrated by society.
- A person having a solid job and relationship.
A person can have panic attacks but still be considered functioning normally in other areas of life.
A person can have panic attacks but still be considered functioning normally in other areas of life.
True (A)
What is one important aspect to consider when differentiating between normal and abnormal behavior?
What is one important aspect to consider when differentiating between normal and abnormal behavior?
Cultural context
A 35-year-old happily married man enjoys wearing _______ clothes and underwear on weekends.
A 35-year-old happily married man enjoys wearing _______ clothes and underwear on weekends.
Match the following scenarios with their classification:
Match the following scenarios with their classification:
Which of the following is a neurotic defense mechanism that involves transferring emotional reactions from one entity to another?
Which of the following is a neurotic defense mechanism that involves transferring emotional reactions from one entity to another?
What defines a psychological disorder according to the DSM-5?
What defines a psychological disorder according to the DSM-5?
Inhibition is a narcissistic defense mechanism that involves avoiding the awareness of aspects of reality.
Inhibition is a narcissistic defense mechanism that involves avoiding the awareness of aspects of reality.
A person's distress must be extreme in order to classify their behavior as a psychological disorder.
A person's distress must be extreme in order to classify their behavior as a psychological disorder.
What is the role of the ego in relation to the id in normally functioning individuals?
What is the role of the ego in relation to the id in normally functioning individuals?
List the three basic things researchers aim to achieve when studying psychological disorders.
List the three basic things researchers aim to achieve when studying psychological disorders.
In ________, individuals perceive elements of their own personality as external to themselves.
In ________, individuals perceive elements of their own personality as external to themselves.
The four D's of abnormality are dysfunction, distress, deviance, and __________.
The four D's of abnormality are dysfunction, distress, deviance, and __________.
Match the defense mechanisms with their descriptions:
Match the defense mechanisms with their descriptions:
Which of the following is NOT one of the 4Ds of abnormality?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 4Ds of abnormality?
What defense mechanism involves grossly reshaping reality to suit internal needs?
What defense mechanism involves grossly reshaping reality to suit internal needs?
Match the following terms related to psychological disorders with their definitions:
Match the following terms related to psychological disorders with their definitions:
Sexualization assigns sexual significance to objects that previously did not have any.
Sexualization assigns sexual significance to objects that previously did not have any.
What is the function of controlling as a defense mechanism?
What is the function of controlling as a defense mechanism?
The behavior of wanting to tattoo the entire body at age 10 is considered deviant behavior.
The behavior of wanting to tattoo the entire body at age 10 is considered deviant behavior.
What is the primary concern when assessing whether behavior qualifies as a psychological disorder?
What is the primary concern when assessing whether behavior qualifies as a psychological disorder?
According to Heinz Kohut, what accounts for most forms of psychological disorder?
According to Heinz Kohut, what accounts for most forms of psychological disorder?
Margaret Mahler believed that psychological disturbances can only arise in early childhood.
Margaret Mahler believed that psychological disturbances can only arise in early childhood.
What did Alfred Adler believe was the basis for psychological disorder?
What did Alfred Adler believe was the basis for psychological disorder?
Karen Horney believed that psychological disorders result from blocking one's potential for living to full __________.
Karen Horney believed that psychological disorders result from blocking one's potential for living to full __________.
Match the psychologist to their primary focus regarding psychological disorder:
Match the psychologist to their primary focus regarding psychological disorder:
Which defense mechanism involves temporarily inhibiting thinking?
Which defense mechanism involves temporarily inhibiting thinking?
Humor is considered a mature defense mechanism.
Humor is considered a mature defense mechanism.
What is the primary purpose of rationalization in defense mechanisms?
What is the primary purpose of rationalization in defense mechanisms?
_________ involves expressing an unconscious wish through action to avoid being aware of the accompanying affect.
_________ involves expressing an unconscious wish through action to avoid being aware of the accompanying affect.
Which of the following is an example of regressing to earlier phases of functioning?
Which of the following is an example of regressing to earlier phases of functioning?
Passive-aggressive behavior expresses aggression indirectly through overt actions.
Passive-aggressive behavior expresses aggression indirectly through overt actions.
Describe what reaction formation involves.
Describe what reaction formation involves.
Somatization refers to converting psychic derivatives into __________.
Somatization refers to converting psychic derivatives into __________.
Match the following defense mechanisms with their descriptions:
Match the following defense mechanisms with their descriptions:
Which defense mechanism is associated with the exaggeration of an illness?
Which defense mechanism is associated with the exaggeration of an illness?
Study Notes
Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
- Differentiates between normal and abnormal behavior.
- Defines behavior classified as abnormal: unexpected functions related to distress or impairment.
- Emphasizes cultural context in defining psychopathology.
Key Clinical Concepts
- Psychological disorders encompass behavioral, psychological, or biological dysfunctions.
- The DSM-5 describes disorders with components of dysfunction, distress, and deviance.
4Ds of Abnormality
- Dysfunction: Breakdown in cognitive, emotional, or behavioral functioning.
- Distress: Associated distress is a crucial criterion; intensity of distress matters.
- Deviance: Unique behaviors differing significantly from average societal norms indicate abnormality.
Neurotic Defenses
- Controlling: Managing events to minimize anxiety.
- Displacement: Redirecting emotional responses to different entities.
- Externalization: Projecting internal personality traits onto the external world.
Narcissistic Defenses
- Denial: Negating painful realities to avoid awareness.
- Intellectualization: Using intellectual processes to evade emotional experiences.
- Distortion: Modifying reality to meet inner needs and maintaining entitlement.
Immature Defenses
- Acting Out: Expressing unconscious desires through actions.
- Hypochondriasis: Exaggerating symptoms of illness to gain attention.
- Repression: Blocking unwanted thoughts subconsciously.
Mature Defenses
- Altruism: Constructive service to others as a coping mechanism.
- Sublimation: Channeling adverse emotions into socially acceptable activities.
- Suppression: Consciously choosing not to acknowledge undesirable thoughts.
Post-Freudian Psychodynamic Views
- C.G. Jung: Emphasized integration of unconscious and conscious aspects of personality.
- Alfred Adler: Psychological disorders arise from loss of social interest.
- Karen Horney: Psychological issues stem from blocked potential for self-fulfillment.
Humanistic Perspective
- Focuses on human motivation for self-fulfillment and finding meaningful life experiences.
- Psychological disorders result from inhibiting one's capacity for full living.
Summary of Psychological Disorders
- Psychological disorders manifest from complex interactions of various defense mechanisms.
- They can arise from environmental influences, internal conflicts, and social relationships.
- Understanding these perspectives aids in diagnosing and treating mental illnesses.
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This quiz focuses on the introduction to abnormal psychology as outlined in Module 1 of Psy 111. It explores the key objectives, including understanding panic attacks and their implications for mental health. Prepare to delve into the definitions, characteristics, and statistics of abnormal behaviors.
