Psychotherapy Basics

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What is the scope of application of psychology from singular to global?

From group to couple

From family to global

From small to large groups

From individual to social (correct)

What is the main difference between psychology and psychiatry?

One is a medical specialty, the other is a social science

One deals with physical issues, the other with mental

One is a social science, the other is a natural science

One is a branch of medicine, the other is not (correct)

What is the unique field of psychology considered a specialty?

Cognitive Psychology

Developmental Psychology

Clinical Psychology (correct)

Social Psychology

What is studied in Psychology Clinical?

The origin and evolution of mental disorders Signup and view all the answers

What is the main contribution of psychology to medicine?

Understanding of human behavior and mental processes Signup and view all the answers

What is an alucination?

A perception without an object Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of psychology in medicine?

To understand human behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of psychology in medicine?

It helps in prevention and understanding human behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Medical Psychology?

The application of psychological knowledge in medical practice Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'holistic approach' in Medical Psychology?

It considers the biological, psychological, and social factors influencing a patient's health Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of understanding a patient's social environment in Medical Psychology?

To understand how the environment affects the patient's health Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'mind' in the context of Medical Psychology?

A product of the brain's functioning Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'humors' in the history of Medical Psychology?

They were classifications of human personalities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between Medicine and Medical Psychology?

Medicine focuses on the body, while Medical Psychology focuses on the mind Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of the physician-patient relationship in Medical Psychology?

It promotes a more holistic approach to healthcare Signup and view all the answers

How does the hospital environment affect patients, according to Medical Psychology?

It can lead to feelings of isolation and dependence Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of psicoterapia?

To treat patients with mental disorders or difficulties Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Básica psicoterapia?

It is based on active listening Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Modelo contextual de la psicoterapia?

The therapeutic relationship and common factors Signup and view all the answers

What type of psicoterapia is characterized by a long-term treatment?

Psicoanálisis Signup and view all the answers

What type of psicoterapia focuses on modifying behavior?

Terapias de modificación de conducta Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Psicoterapia individual and Psicoterapia grupal?

The number of participants Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of Terapias breves centradas en soluciones?

To achieve a short-term solution Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Especializada psicoterapia?

It requires training in specific models of psicoterapia Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Psicoterapia

Psicoterapia is the application of psychological methods to treat patients with mental disorders or individuals with difficulties or problems.
There are two types of psicoterapia: basic and specialized.

Types of Psicoterapia

Psicoterapia individual
Psicoterapia en pareja
Psicoterapia familiar
Psicoterapia grupal

Duration of Psicoterapia

Intervención en crisis
Terapias breves (less than 10 sessions)
Terapias intermedias (around 20 sessions)
Terapias prolongadas (more than 20 sessions)

Models of Psicoterapia

Psicoanálisis: long-term treatment, focuses on understanding the origin of the problem and achieving resignation.
GESTALT: variable duration, aims to understand how individuals perceive things.
Cognitivo conductual: most used, focuses on modifying behavior and thought.
Humanismo: focuses on personal growth and self-actualization.
Sistémico: focuses on modifying behavior.

Psicología Médica

Refers to the application of psychological knowledge in medical work and other health professions.
Aims to understand how a disease affects individuals and their families.
Focuses on achieving a good doctor-patient relationship.
Has a holistic view, considering the biological, psychological, and social aspects of health.

Psicología

Is the science that studies the human mind and its functioning in normal and pathological conditions.
Mind refers to the process, not an organ, resulting from brain function.

History of Psicología

Has its roots in ancient Greece, where it was linked to medicine and philosophy.
Humorism, developed by Hipocrates, classified individuals based on their characteristics and body composition.

Fields of Psicología

Psicología individual
Psicología en pareja
Psicología en grupo
Psicología familiar
Psicología de grandes grupos humanos (PSICOLOGÍA SOCIAL)

Psicología Clínica vs Psiquiatría

Psicología clínica: studies the origin, evolution, and treatment of mental disorders, focusing on psychological interventions.
Psiquiatría: studies and treats mental disorders, often using psychopharmacology.

Contribution of Psicología to Medicine

Provides knowledge on human behavior and mental processes.
Helps discern between normality and abnormality.
Uses measures such as questionnaires to study human behavior.
Examines the relationship between psychological states, personality traits, and somatic diseases.
Focuses on prevention and health maintenance throughout the life cycle.
Teaches how to manage clinical interviews and emphasizes the importance of the doctor-patient relationship.

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This quiz covers the basics of psychotherapy, including its application, types, and techniques used to treat mental health disorders and personal difficulties.