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Which personality disorder is characterized by a disregard for social norms and a lack of empathy?
Which personality disorder is characterized by a disregard for social norms and a lack of empathy?
- Narcissistic Personality Disorder
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Antisocial Personality Disorder (correct)
- Schizoid Personality Disorder
What is a defining characteristic of positive symptoms in schizophrenia?
What is a defining characteristic of positive symptoms in schizophrenia?
- Hallucinations (correct)
- Lack of motivation
- Flattened affect
- Social withdrawal
What distinguishes schizotypal personality disorder from schizoid personality disorder?
What distinguishes schizotypal personality disorder from schizoid personality disorder?
- Social anxiety in schizotypal disorder (correct)
- Emotional detachment in schizoid disorder
- Academic difficulties in schizoid disorder
- Delusions in schizotypal disorder
Which component of treatment is generally less emphasized in the biological approach to personality disorders?
Which component of treatment is generally less emphasized in the biological approach to personality disorders?
What distinguishes avoidant personality disorder from dependent personality disorder?
What distinguishes avoidant personality disorder from dependent personality disorder?
What phase of schizophrenia is characterized by the onset of symptoms and a deterioration in functioning?
What phase of schizophrenia is characterized by the onset of symptoms and a deterioration in functioning?
Which disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks and persistent fear of future attacks?
Which disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks and persistent fear of future attacks?
Which theoretical perspective emphasizes understanding the unconscious mind as a method to treat abnormal behavior?
Which theoretical perspective emphasizes understanding the unconscious mind as a method to treat abnormal behavior?
Which of the following personality disorders is most associated with a pattern of instability in relationships and self-image?
Which of the following personality disorders is most associated with a pattern of instability in relationships and self-image?
What is a common trait of both avoidant personality disorder and dependent personality disorder?
What is a common trait of both avoidant personality disorder and dependent personality disorder?
Which symptom is characterized by a significant reduction in emotional expression and lack of motivation in schizophrenia?
Which symptom is characterized by a significant reduction in emotional expression and lack of motivation in schizophrenia?
Which of the following disorders typically includes a pattern of reckless disregard for the safety of others?
Which of the following disorders typically includes a pattern of reckless disregard for the safety of others?
Which indicators are generally considered negative prognostic factors for schizophrenia?
Which indicators are generally considered negative prognostic factors for schizophrenia?
What distinguishes psychopathy from antisocial personality disorder?
What distinguishes psychopathy from antisocial personality disorder?
Which phase of schizophrenia is characterized by the onset of symptoms with a significant decline in functioning?
Which phase of schizophrenia is characterized by the onset of symptoms with a significant decline in functioning?
Which disorder is characterized by symptoms that mimic schizophrenia but last less than six months?
Which disorder is characterized by symptoms that mimic schizophrenia but last less than six months?
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Schizoid Personality Disorder
Schizoid Personality Disorder
A personality disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of detachment from social relationships and restricted range of emotional expression. They tend to be solitary and lack interest in close relationships.
Paranoid Personality Disorder
Paranoid Personality Disorder
A personality disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of distrust and suspicion of others, interpreting their motives as malevolent. They often misinterpret social cues and see threats where none exist.
Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizotypal Personality Disorder
A personality disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of eccentric thoughts and behaviors. They often have unusual beliefs and engage in magical thinking. They may be socially isolated but desire close relationships.
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Antisocial Personality Disorder
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Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
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Histrionic Personality Disorder
Histrionic Personality Disorder
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Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
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Avoidant Personality Disorder
Avoidant Personality Disorder
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Study Notes
Exam #4 Review Sheet
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Personality Disorders:
- Describe features of paranoid, schizoid, and schizotypal personality disorders, highlighting similarities and differences.
- Describe features of antisocial, borderline, histrionic, and narcissistic personality disorders, emphasizing similarities and differences.
- Describe features of avoidant, dependent, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorders.
- Differentiate psychopathy and antisocial personality disorder.
- Discuss biological and psychological components/treatments for each personality disorder.
- Discuss classification problems in personality disorders (e.g., gender bias).
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Schizophrenia:
- Describe the prevalence and genetic expression of schizophrenia.
- Describe phases of schizophrenia.
- Differentiate schizophrenia from brief psychotic disorder, schizophreniform disorder, and other spectrum disorders.
- Identify and distinguish between positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
- Identify good and bad prognostic indicators for schizophrenia.
- Discuss theoretical perspectives and interventions related to schizophrenia, noting outdated or less prominent theories.
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Other Psychotic Disorders:
- Discuss various psychotic disorders, including their features.
- Explain challenges in diagnosing mental illnesses in children. This is often due to developmental differences and overlap of symptoms.
- Discuss features of autism spectrum disorders.
- Discuss features and causes of intellectual developmental disorders.
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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD):
- Discuss features of ADHD.
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Conduct Disorder and Oppositional Defiant Disorder:
- Differentiate conduct disorder from oppositional defiant disorder.
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Bipolar Disorder in Children:
- Discuss controversies surrounding bipolar disorder diagnosis in children and new disorders addressing these issues. Some debate the validity of diagnosing children with bipolar disorder, given developing brains (in contrast to adults) may display similar symptoms.
Cumulative Exam Review
- Abnormal Psychology:
- Identify criteria for defining abnormality/pathology, emphasizing the most important criteria. This often involves distress, dysfunction, and deviance.
- Discuss perspectives on abnormal behavior: biological, psychodynamic, behavioral, humanistic, cognitive, sociocultural, and family systems, highlighting their goals and methods.
- Define situational and trait anxiety.
- Define and describe panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, and phobias.
- Discuss treatment methods for anxiety disorders.
- Describe major depressive disorder and dysthymic disorder, differentiating between them.
- Describe bipolar disorder and cyclothymic disorder.
- Discuss different perspectives (psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, biological) on the origins and treatment of mood disorders.
- Describe dissociative identity disorder, dissociative amnesia, dissociative fugue, and depersonalization/derealization disorder.
- Describe methods for treating dissociative disorders.
- Describe various somatoform disorders.
- Compare and contrast anorexia and bulimia, including their defining features and differences.
- Describe binge-eating disorder and its difference with bulimia, focusing on key distinguishing factors.
- Define and describe pica, feeding, and rumination disorders. Note the distinctions among these disorders, such as pica's focus on non-nutritive substances and rumination's cyclical process of regurgitation and re-swallowing.
- Detail the use of psychoactive substances, their effects, and prevalence per class. This should include potential risks and appropriate treatment methodologies.
- Describe paraphilias and their theoretical perspectives/treatment methods.
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Prepare for your psychology exam with this comprehensive review sheet covering crucial aspects of personality disorders and schizophrenia. Learn about the features, similarities, and differences of various personality disorders, as well as the phases and symptoms of schizophrenia. This quiz will also touch on treatment options and classification challenges in the field.
