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What was found regarding the employee's physical condition during the examination?
What was found regarding the employee's physical condition during the examination?
What type of view on eating disorders does the treatment approach align with?
What type of view on eating disorders does the treatment approach align with?
Which statement is accurate regarding factitious disorder?
Which statement is accurate regarding factitious disorder?
Which of the following is a characteristic of individuals with factitious disorder?
Which of the following is a characteristic of individuals with factitious disorder?
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Is it typical for individuals to have bizarre thoughts without being diagnosed with OCD?
Is it typical for individuals to have bizarre thoughts without being diagnosed with OCD?
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Which term describes the approach that views each sexual disorder as unique and not overlapping with others?
Which term describes the approach that views each sexual disorder as unique and not overlapping with others?
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Which statement regarding schizophrenia is inaccurate?
Which statement regarding schizophrenia is inaccurate?
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Which characteristic is commonly associated with dissociative identity disorder?
Which characteristic is commonly associated with dissociative identity disorder?
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Which symptom is not typical of dissociative disorders?
Which symptom is not typical of dissociative disorders?
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What can exacerbate symptoms of schizophrenia?
What can exacerbate symptoms of schizophrenia?
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Which option best describes a common response in patients with severe child abuse history?
Which option best describes a common response in patients with severe child abuse history?
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Which symptom may be experienced by someone with anxiety disorders?
Which symptom may be experienced by someone with anxiety disorders?
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Which statement about identity disturbance in dissociative disorders is false?
Which statement about identity disturbance in dissociative disorders is false?
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Which of the following describes an emotion that is experienced relatively immediately?
Which of the following describes an emotion that is experienced relatively immediately?
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What is a key indicator of poor prognosis in patients with schizophrenia?
What is a key indicator of poor prognosis in patients with schizophrenia?
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Which neurotransmitter's neurons die in Parkinson's disease?
Which neurotransmitter's neurons die in Parkinson's disease?
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When examining environmental factors in a patient's disorder, which component is least likely to be included?
When examining environmental factors in a patient's disorder, which component is least likely to be included?
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In the biopsychosocial model, which of the following contributions is directly focused on psychological aspects?
In the biopsychosocial model, which of the following contributions is directly focused on psychological aspects?
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What type of symptoms are characterized by low dopamine in the prodromal phase of schizophrenia?
What type of symptoms are characterized by low dopamine in the prodromal phase of schizophrenia?
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Which type of mood can be described as sustained or lasts for a longer period?
Which type of mood can be described as sustained or lasts for a longer period?
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What aspect will an interpersonal therapist NOT examine when treating depressive disorders?
What aspect will an interpersonal therapist NOT examine when treating depressive disorders?
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Which of the following phases of schizophrenia is associated with positive symptoms?
Which of the following phases of schizophrenia is associated with positive symptoms?
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Which of the following emotions can be described as pervasive and sustained among workers fearing financial loss?
Which of the following emotions can be described as pervasive and sustained among workers fearing financial loss?
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What condition is Ed most likely experiencing?
What condition is Ed most likely experiencing?
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Which of the following factors should not be considered to help distinguish Ed's condition?
Which of the following factors should not be considered to help distinguish Ed's condition?
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What disorder is Dora most likely diagnosable with, considering her behavior?
What disorder is Dora most likely diagnosable with, considering her behavior?
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Considering the biological perspective of psychopathology, what is a common symptom reported by individuals with schizophrenia?
Considering the biological perspective of psychopathology, what is a common symptom reported by individuals with schizophrenia?
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In assessing Dora's actions, which of the following behaviors is concerning?
In assessing Dora's actions, which of the following behaviors is concerning?
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Which of the following symptoms is least likely to indicate the presence of a somatic symptom disorder?
Which of the following symptoms is least likely to indicate the presence of a somatic symptom disorder?
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What key factor differentiates conversion disorder from malingering?
What key factor differentiates conversion disorder from malingering?
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What might be a consequence of Dora's upbringing regarding her social behavior?
What might be a consequence of Dora's upbringing regarding her social behavior?
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What is one commonly held misconception about the development of PTSD?
What is one commonly held misconception about the development of PTSD?
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Which eating disorder is least associated with purging behaviors?
Which eating disorder is least associated with purging behaviors?
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What is a significant theory regarding depression and serotonin levels?
What is a significant theory regarding depression and serotonin levels?
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Under which perspective can the theory of depleted serotonin levels in depression be classified?
Under which perspective can the theory of depleted serotonin levels in depression be classified?
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Which personality disorders are characterized by more extreme traits compared to normal personality styles?
Which personality disorders are characterized by more extreme traits compared to normal personality styles?
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What is a common symptom in clients taking certain substances that may affect appetite?
What is a common symptom in clients taking certain substances that may affect appetite?
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Which of the following does NOT relate to societal norms within the context of mental health?
Which of the following does NOT relate to societal norms within the context of mental health?
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What is a potential outcome of experiencing traumatic events according to psychological theories?
What is a potential outcome of experiencing traumatic events according to psychological theories?
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Which condition does NOT necessarily meet the legal definition of mental illness?
Which condition does NOT necessarily meet the legal definition of mental illness?
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What is a symptom exhibited by the 12-year-old girl after her mother's death?
What is a symptom exhibited by the 12-year-old girl after her mother's death?
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What does the 12-year-old girl’s father report about her eating habits?
What does the 12-year-old girl’s father report about her eating habits?
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When treating patients with schizophrenia who attribute hallucinations to external experiences, which theory is being followed?
When treating patients with schizophrenia who attribute hallucinations to external experiences, which theory is being followed?
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Which type of enuresis is associated with a mental illness like psychosis?
Which type of enuresis is associated with a mental illness like psychosis?
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How might the 12-year-old girl's behavior of focusing on memorabilia impact her mental health?
How might the 12-year-old girl's behavior of focusing on memorabilia impact her mental health?
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What is the likely emotional state of the girl following her mother's death?
What is the likely emotional state of the girl following her mother's death?
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What aspect of the girl's life has significantly changed after her mother’s death?
What aspect of the girl's life has significantly changed after her mother’s death?
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Study Notes
Confidentiality in Therapy
- Confidentiality is crucial for building trust with clients.
- It allows clients to feel comfortable disclosing personal details.
- Maintaining confidentiality is important for the client's well-being and progress in therapy.
- Confidentiality helps maintain ethical conduct in the practice of therapy.
Prognosis in Schizophrenia
- Later age of onset is a positive indicator for better outcomes in schizophrenia.
- Acute onset is an indicator of a more severe prognosis.
- Good social support networks are associated with positive prognostic factors in schizophrenia.
Biopsychosocial Model
- This model considers biological, psychological, and social factors when assessing and understanding a patient's disorders.
- Studying the psychological factors helps to understand how a person's thoughts and behaviors affect their condition.
- Exploring the biological influences of mental health.
- Investigating the contributions of social factors to overall health and circumstances.
- Cultural aspects are also relevant to understanding the origins of diseases.
DSM-5 Criteria for DID
- Awareness of different personalities is a crucial component for diagnosing DID.
- A complete history, and diagnosis is reviewed and recorded thoroughly
- The presence of multiple distinct personalities is required
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Stereotypic movement disorder involves repetitive behaviors such as rocking, head-banging, or hand-flapping
- These behaviors may be a way to self-soothe or cope with underlying anxiety or frustration
- They could also indicate a sensory processing disorder or other underlying medical condition.
- These behaviors are often observed early, and can improve with age or other interventions.
Mood Disorders (Depressive Disorders)
- Depressed emotion is a subjective experience of pervasive sadness
- Depressed affect is a noticeable, observable change in emotional expression
- Depressed mood is a prolonged and persistent state of sadness
- Feelings of low spirits or sadness is usually a trait (mood) of prolonged duration, as opposed to momentary feelings (affect).
Parkinson's Disease
- Caused by neuron damage in the brain
- Loss of dopamine-producing neurons results in movement problems.
- Acetylcholine, norepinephrine, are usually impacted (reduced) with neuron damage
- Dopamine is necessary for the smooth and coordinated movement
Interpersonal Therapy
- This approach focuses on the interpersonal relationships of clients
- Examines the client's relationships
- Focuses on improving interpersonal skills
- The therapist helps to identify and address issues within the client's current relationships
- This approach helps clients to understand how their relationships impact their overall well-being and mental health.
Schizophrenia
- The presence of at least two positive symptoms for at least one month
- Delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech are positive symptoms
- The disorder generally begins in early adulthood or adolescence
- Cognitive impairments are observed
- Negative symptoms include flattened affect, apathy, anhedonia and avolition
- Social interactions and occupational functioning show significant deficits
- Symptoms should be present for more than six months to make a full diagnosis
- Family conflicts may also be one of the indicators of the disorder
Anxiety Disorders
- Generalized anxiety disorder characterized by excessive worry
- Panic disorder is characterized by sudden attacks of intense fear
- Social anxiety disorder people experience extreme anxiety in social or performance situations
- Specific phobias are characterized by an irrational fear or dread of a specific stimulus, object, or situation
- People with generalized anxiety disorder tend to worry excessively about everyday events, even those that do not warrant excessive concern
Dissociative Disorders
- Dissociative amnesia (involving loss of memory)
- Dissociative identity disorder (featuring the development of two or more distinct personalities)
- Dissociative fugue (involving a sudden, unexpected travel away from home)
Sleep Disorders
- Narcolepsy is a disorder that causes excessive daytime sleepiness
- A sleep disorder with abnormal behaviors during sleep
- Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes breathing stops
Psychological Disorders (General)
- Psychopathology is the study of mental illness.
- Diagnoses using specific criteria to assess symptoms.
- Psychologists, psychiatrists, and other mental health professionals provide support.
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This quiz covers essential concepts in psychology, focusing on the significance of confidentiality in therapy and the prognostic factors associated with schizophrenia. Understand the importance of client trust, as well as the implications of different onset ages and social support in mental health. Test your knowledge of the biopsychosocial model in relation to these topics.
