Psychology Chapter on Schizophrenia and Disorders

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Which of the following is NOT a treatment for schizophrenia?

  • ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy)
  • Therapeutic alliance
  • Systematic desensitization
  • Personality disorders (correct)

Systematic desensitization is a recommended treatment for schizophrenia.

False (B)

What are the two types of symptoms that schizophrenia treatments often address?

Positive and negative symptoms

One possible treatment for schizophrenia is __________ therapy.

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

Match the following treatments with their descriptions:

<p>ECT = A common method for severe mental health conditions Therapeutic alliance = Building a supportive relationship with a therapist Positive symptoms = Symptoms that add behavior, such as hallucinations Negative symptoms = Symptoms that reduce normal functions, like flat affect</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following theories focuses on observable behavior rather than internal mental states?

<p>Behaviorism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The action potential is the process by which neurotransmitters are released into the synapse.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of memory processing discussed in psychology?

<p>Encoding and retrieval</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ is responsible for regulating circadian rhythms through the secretion of melatonin.

<p>pineal gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following neurotransmitters with their primary functions:

<p>Dopamine = Regulates mood and pleasure Serotonin = Affects mood and social behavior Acetylcholine = Involved in muscle activation and memory Norepinephrine = Influences arousal and alertness</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which conditioning technique involves reinforcing a behavior when it is followed by a pleasant outcome?

<p>Operant conditioning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bottom-up processing begins with the analysis of higher-level cognitive functions.

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How does the concept of learned helplessness relate to conditioning?

<p>Learned helplessness occurs when an individual learns that they have no control over the outcomes of their actions, often as a result of previous conditioning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of Kubler-Ross' model addresses the emotional process of denial?

<p>Denial (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Intrinsic motivation refers to engaging in an activity for external rewards.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the ability to adapt and develop cognitive skills according to Piaget's theory?

<p>Assimilation and Accommodation</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ hierarchy categorizes human needs ranging from physiological to self-actualization.

<p>Maslow's</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts in personality psychology with their corresponding explanations:

<p>Type A personality = Highly competitive and time urgent Cognitive dissonance = Psychological discomfort from conflicting beliefs Social loafing = Reduced effort by individuals in a group Bystander effect = Less likely to intervene in emergencies when others are present</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality theory emphasizes the importance of self-actualization and empathy?

<p>Person-Centered Therapy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Intersex refers to individuals who have a mixed physical characteristics of both male and female sexes.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one type of conflict described in stress theory.

<p>Approach-approach conflict, avoidance-avoidance conflict, or approach-avoidance conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Schizophrenia Treatments

Various approaches to manage schizophrenia's symptoms and improve overall well-being.

Positive Symptoms

Schizophrenia symptoms like hallucinations and delusions.

Negative Symptoms

Schizophrenia symptoms like flat affect (lack of emotion).

ECT

Electroconvulsive therapy used for severe mental illness.

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Therapeutic Alliance

The relationship between patient and therapist to improve treatment.

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Operational definition

A clear, concise description of a variable that allows for precise measurement and replication in research

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Classical conditioning

Learning through association—a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a meaningful stimulus, eliciting a learned response

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Neuron anatomy

Structure of a nerve cell, including: dendrites, cell body, axon, and myelin sheath; essential for communication in the nervous system

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Confirmation bias

The tendency to seek out and interpret information that confirms existing beliefs and ignore contradictory evidence

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STM/WM capacity

The limited capacity of short-term memory/working memory (approximately 7 ± 2 items)

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Encoding specificity principle

Memory retrieval is enhanced when the context at retrieval matches the context at encoding

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Amygdala

Brain structure involved in processing emotions, particularly fear and aggression

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Habituation

Decreased responsiveness to a repeated stimulus

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Assimilation

Fitting new information into existing mental schemas.

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Object Permanence

Understanding that objects continue to exist even when out of sight.

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Egocentrism

The inability to see things from another's perspective in children.

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Maslow's Hierarchy

A needs-based model of human motivation with a pyramid-shaped structure.

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Social Loafing

Reduction in effort when working in a group

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Foot-in-the-door Technique

Persuasion strategy using a small request to lead to a larger one.

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Cognitive Dissonance

The discomfort of having inconsistent beliefs or behaviors

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Type A Personality

Personality characterized by competitiveness, ambition, and impatience.

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Study Notes

  • Positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia (hallucinations, delusions, flat affect) are listed.
  • Personality disorders are a topic.
  • Systematic desensitization is mentioned.
  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is listed.
  • Therapeutic alliance is a concept.

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