Psy 111: Abnormal Psychology Module 1

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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.

True

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.

women's Signup and view all the answers

Match the following scenarios with their classification:

Panic attacks but functioning well = Abnormal behavior Enjoying women's clothing on weekends = Normal behavior Solid job and relationship = Normal behavior Severe mental breakdown = Abnormal behavior Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a neurotic defense mechanism that involves transferring emotional reactions from one entity to another?

Displacement Signup and view all the answers

What defines a psychological disorder according to the DSM-5?

Behavior that is unexpected in its cultural context and is associated with distress Signup and view all the answers

Inhibition is a narcissistic defense mechanism that involves avoiding the awareness of aspects of reality.

False Signup and view all the answers

A person's distress must be extreme in order to classify their behavior as a psychological disorder.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the ego in relation to the id in normally functioning individuals?

To protect itself from the id. Signup and view all the answers

List the three basic things researchers aim to achieve when studying psychological disorders.

To describe psychological disorders, to determine their causes, to treat them. Signup and view all the answers

In ________, individuals perceive elements of their own personality as external to themselves.

externalization Signup and view all the answers

The four D's of abnormality are dysfunction, distress, deviance, and __________.

danger Signup and view all the answers

Match the defense mechanisms with their descriptions:

Denial = Avoiding awareness of painful aspects of reality Intellectualization = Using excessive intellectual processes to avoid emotions Projection = Reacting to one's own unacceptable impulses as though they are external Sexualization = Endowing an object with unintended sexual significance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the 4Ds of abnormality?

Delusion Signup and view all the answers

What defense mechanism involves grossly reshaping reality to suit internal needs?

Distortion Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to psychological disorders with their definitions:

Dysfunction = Breakdown in cognitive, emotional, or behavioral functioning Distress = Behavior characterized by significant suffering or upset Deviance = Deviation from the cultural norm Signup and view all the answers

Sexualization assigns sexual significance to objects that previously did not have any.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of controlling as a defense mechanism?

To manage events in the environment to minimize anxiety. Signup and view all the answers

The behavior of wanting to tattoo the entire body at age 10 is considered deviant behavior.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern when assessing whether behavior qualifies as a psychological disorder?

The behavior must cause distress or impairment in functioning. Signup and view all the answers

According to Heinz Kohut, what accounts for most forms of psychological disorder?

Disturbed sense of self Signup and view all the answers

Margaret Mahler believed that psychological disturbances can only arise in early childhood.

False Signup and view all the answers

What did Alfred Adler believe was the basis for psychological disorder?

Loss of social interest Signup and view all the answers

Karen Horney believed that psychological disorders result from blocking one's potential for living to full __________.

capacity Signup and view all the answers

Match the psychologist to their primary focus regarding psychological disorder:

Heinz Kohut = Disturbed sense of self Margaret Mahler = Phases of development Alfred Adler = Social interest Karen Horney = Inner potential Signup and view all the answers

Which defense mechanism involves temporarily inhibiting thinking?

Blocking Signup and view all the answers

Humor is considered a mature defense mechanism.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of rationalization in defense mechanisms?

to justify attitudes, beliefs, or behavior that may be unacceptable Signup and view all the answers

_________ involves expressing an unconscious wish through action to avoid being aware of the accompanying affect.

Acting Out Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of regressing to earlier phases of functioning?

Throwing tantrums in adulthood Signup and view all the answers

Passive-aggressive behavior expresses aggression indirectly through overt actions.

False Signup and view all the answers

Describe what reaction formation involves.

Replacing an initial impulse with its opposite to avoid confronting the original feeling. Signup and view all the answers

Somatization refers to converting psychic derivatives into __________.

bodily symptoms Signup and view all the answers

Match the following defense mechanisms with their descriptions:

Dissociation = Temporarily altering one's character to cope with emotional distress Sublimation = Transforming anxiety into socially constructive activities Repression = Subconsciously blocking undesirable ideas or impulses Altruism = Using service to others as a means for vicarious experience Signup and view all the answers

Which defense mechanism is associated with the exaggeration of an illness?

Hypochondriasis Signup and view all the answers

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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Questions and Answers

Which of the following statements best describes abnormal behavior?

A person can have panic attacks but still be considered functioning normally in other areas of life.

What is one important aspect to consider when differentiating between normal and abnormal behavior?

A 35-year-old happily married man enjoys wearing _______ clothes and underwear on weekends.

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?

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.

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?

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.

The four D's of abnormality are dysfunction, distress, deviance, and __________.

Match the defense mechanisms with their descriptions:

Which of the following is NOT one of the 4Ds of abnormality?

What defense mechanism involves grossly reshaping reality to suit internal needs?

Match the following terms related to psychological disorders with their definitions:

Sexualization assigns sexual significance to objects that previously did not have any.

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.

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?

Margaret Mahler believed that psychological disturbances can only arise in early childhood.

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 __________.

Match the psychologist to their primary focus regarding psychological disorder:

Which defense mechanism involves temporarily inhibiting thinking?

Humor is considered a mature defense mechanism.

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.

Which of the following is an example of regressing to earlier phases of functioning?

Passive-aggressive behavior expresses aggression indirectly through overt actions.

Describe what reaction formation involves.

Somatization refers to converting psychic derivatives into __________.

Match the following defense mechanisms with their descriptions:

Which defense mechanism is associated with the exaggeration of an illness?

Study Notes

Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

Key Clinical Concepts

4Ds of Abnormality

Neurotic Defenses

Narcissistic Defenses

Immature Defenses

Mature Defenses

Post-Freudian Psychodynamic Views

Humanistic Perspective

Summary of Psychological Disorders

Studying That Suits You

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