Questions and Answers
What was the most likely reason that someone would perform an exorcism?
By what definition might the behavior of cannibalism by the rugby team be best classified?
Which of the following is an example of cultural relativity?
How many axes does the DSM-5 use to aid mental health professionals in making a diagnosis?
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Which type of depression is the most common type of mood disorder?
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Behavioral theorists link depression to __________, whereas social cognitive theorists point to __________.
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Trypanophobia, also known as a fear of receiving an injection, is an example of __________.
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Sienna hates to go to restaurants for fear that she will be seated in the far back of the restaurant and be unable to get out in case of an emergency. This may be a symptom of __________.
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Ria experienced a sudden attack of intense fear when she was boarding a plane. Subsequently she did not go on her trip. Ria experienced __________.
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What should Dr. Kirby do during the 2-month follow-up with Loren, who was diagnosed with acute stress disorder?
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Survivors of natural disasters may experience higher incidences of __________.
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How might a cognitive-behavioral psychologist classify Calvin's distorted thought process about his job interview?
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Dissociative amnesia is different from retrograde amnesia because __________.
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Individuals with bulimia often rationalize their excessive eating as a result of a single treat. This irrational thinking is an example of __________.
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Binge-eating disorder is different from bulimia in that individuals with binge-eating disorder __________.
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Sexual dysfunctions and problems can be caused by __________.
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What personality disorder best describes Kristi's thinking and behavior?
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On your first call as a paramedic, you enter the house of a man who has covered his walls and ceiling in aluminum foil. This is an example of a(n) __________ delusion.
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Rodney has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. Psychologists refer to his inability to show emotion as __________.
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Dysfunction in what neurotransmitter system was first believed to be the cause of schizophrenia?
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Study Notes
Exorcism and Psychological Behavior
- Exorcism is primarily performed to release evil spirits.
- Situational context is key in understanding behaviors, illustrated by cannibalism for survival in extreme conditions.
Cultural Relativity and Diagnosis
- Cultural relativity involves understanding a patient's beliefs and background, as seen in Dr. Gambon’s approach with Aki.
- The DSM-5 utilizes a single axis for mental health diagnosis.
Mood Disorders
- Major depressive disorder is the most prevalent mood disorder.
- Behavioral theorists attribute depression to learned helplessness, while social cognitive theorists emphasize distortions in thinking.
Phobias and Anxiety Disorders
- Trypanophobia is classified as a specific phobia, a fear of injections.
- Agoraphobia can manifest as a fear of being trapped in situations without escape, as seen in Sienna's restaurant anxiety.
- Panic attacks involve sudden, intense fear, exemplified by Ria’s experience before flying.
Stress and Trauma Responses
- Acute stress disorder (ASD) can evolve into posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) if symptoms persist, as in Loren’s case.
- Survivors of natural disasters are at increased risk for PTSD.
Cognitive Distortions
- Calvin's thought process reflects all-or-nothing thinking, which leads to distorted perceptions of failure.
- Dissociative amnesia is psychological in origin, while retrograde amnesia involves physical trauma.
Eating Disorders
- Individuals with bulimia exhibit all-or-nothing thinking regarding diet and excessive eating.
- Binge-eating disorder differs from bulimia in that it does not involve purging.
Sexual Dysfunctions
- Sexual dysfunctions can arise from a combination of organic, psychological, and sociocultural factors.
Personality and Psychotic Disorders
- Kristi's behavior aligns with paranoid personality disorder, characterized by pervasive distrust.
- The man covering his home in aluminum foil exhibits persecution delusions, a common symptom in schizophrenia.
- Schizophrenia is associated with flat affect, where individuals show minimal emotional expression.
- Dysfunction in dopamine neurotransmission was initially believed to cause schizophrenia.
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