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Which of the following best describes a mental disorder?
Which of the following best describes a mental disorder?
- A medical condition that requires diagnosis and treatment. (correct)
- A personal weakness that can be overcome with willpower.
- A temporary feeling of sadness or worry.
- A normal part of life that everyone experiences.
The stigma associated with mental disorders often prevents people from seeking help.
The stigma associated with mental disorders often prevents people from seeking help.
True (A)
Which of the following is the definition of 'stigma'?
Which of the following is the definition of 'stigma'?
- The biological cause of mental disorders.
- A treatment method for mental illness.
- A specific type of mental disorder.
- A mark of shame or disapproval that results in an individual being shunned or rejected by others. (correct)
What is the main way mental disorders are identified?
What is the main way mental disorders are identified?
Anxiety disorders are particularly common among which age group?
Anxiety disorders are particularly common among which age group?
A strong, irrational fear of something specific, such as heights or social situations, is known as a ______.
A strong, irrational fear of something specific, such as heights or social situations, is known as a ______.
Match the anxiety disorder with its description:
Match the anxiety disorder with its description:
Which of the following is a key characteristic of panic disorder?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of panic disorder?
Kleptomania involves repetitive cutting on parts of the body.
Kleptomania involves repetitive cutting on parts of the body.
Which of the following best describes kleptomania?
Which of the following best describes kleptomania?
Name the impulse control disorder characterized by setting fires to feel pleasure or release tension.
Name the impulse control disorder characterized by setting fires to feel pleasure or release tension.
What behavior characterizes compulsive shopping?
What behavior characterizes compulsive shopping?
Eating disorders primarily affect older adults.
Eating disorders primarily affect older adults.
Which of the following is a potential consequence of eating disorders?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of eating disorders?
What mood changes characterize bipolar disorder?
What mood changes characterize bipolar disorder?
What is a key characteristic of a person with a mood disorder?
What is a key characteristic of a person with a mood disorder?
Match the impulse control disorder with its description:
Match the impulse control disorder with its description:
Conduct disorder is characterized by patterns of behavior that respect others' rights and social rules.
Conduct disorder is characterized by patterns of behavior that respect others' rights and social rules.
Which of the following is associated with conduct disorder?
Which of the following is associated with conduct disorder?
Give 2 examples of conduct disorder
Give 2 examples of conduct disorder
What is the primary symptom of Schizophrenia?
What is the primary symptom of Schizophrenia?
Personality disorders enable teens to regulate their emotions.
Personality disorders enable teens to regulate their emotions.
Hallucinations are most closely associated with which mental disorder?
Hallucinations are most closely associated with which mental disorder?
Define the term 'stigma'
Define the term 'stigma'
What is the effect of being stigmatized?
What is the effect of being stigmatized?
A person experiencing extreme moods that interfere with everyday living may be diagnosed with a ______ disorder.
A person experiencing extreme moods that interfere with everyday living may be diagnosed with a ______ disorder.
An individual with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder(PTSD) may experience which symptom?
An individual with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder(PTSD) may experience which symptom?
A mental disorder only affects physical health, not mental well-being.
A mental disorder only affects physical health, not mental well-being.
What causes an anxiety disorder?
What causes an anxiety disorder?
Match the mental disorder with its description:
Match the mental disorder with its description:
Flashcards
What is a mental disorder?
What is a mental disorder?
An illness of the mind affecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, hindering a happy, healthful, and productive life.
What is stigma?
What is stigma?
A mark of shame or disapproval resulting in being shunned or rejected by others.
What is anxiety disorder?
What is anxiety disorder?
A condition where real or imagined fears are difficult to control.
What is a phobia?
What is a phobia?
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What is panic disorder?
What is panic disorder?
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What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
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What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
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What is Kleptomania?
What is Kleptomania?
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What is conduct disorder?
What is conduct disorder?
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What is Schizophrenia?
What is Schizophrenia?
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What is a mood disorder?
What is a mood disorder?
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Study Notes
- Understanding mental health disorders can build insight and empathy
Understanding Mental Disorders
- Mental disorders are medical conditions requiring diagnosis and treatment
- Each year, one in four Americans are affected by a mental disorder
- A mental disorder is a medical condition requiring diagnosis and treatment, similar to physical illnesses or injuries
- A mental disorder is an illness of the mind affecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, preventing a happy, healthy, and productive life
Stigma
- Many people do not seek treatment for mental disorders due to concerns about the stigma associated with them
- Stigma is a mark of shame or disapproval resulting in an individual being shunned or rejected by others
- Being stigmatized can affect a person's health, leading to feelings of isolation
Types of Mental Disorders
- Mental disorders can be identified by their symptoms and sometimes require help from health professionals
Anxiety Disorders
- Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health problems in children and teens
- An anxiety disorder is a condition where real or imagined fears are difficult to control
Phobia
- Phobia manifests as a strong, irrational fear of something specific like heights or social situations
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder symptoms are apathy, sadness, irritability, or anger
Panic Disorder
- Panic Disorder involves attacks of sudden, unexplained feelings of terror
- A panic attack is accompanied by trembling, increased heart rate, shortness of breath, or dizziness
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- PTSD may develop after exposure to a terrifying event
- Symptoms of PTSD include flashbacks, nightmares, emotional numbness, guilt, sleeplessness, and problems concentrating
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- GAD involves exaggerated worry and tension for no reason
- People with GAD are easily startled and have difficulty concentrating, relaxing, and sleeping
Impulse Control Disorder
- People with impulse control disorders cannot resist the urge to hurt themselves or others
Kleptomania
- Kleptomania is the unplanned theft of objects
Cutting
- Cutting is repetitive cutting on parts of the body that can be hidden
Pyromania
- Pyromania is setting fires to feel pleasure or release tension
Excessive Gambling
- Excessive Gambling is continuing to gamble despite heavy losses
Compulsive Shopping
- Compulsive Shopping is spending money on items that are not needed and are unaffordable
Eating Disorders
- Eating disorders like anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge eating commonly occur during the teen years
- Eating disorders can lead to unhealthful weight loss and even death
Mood Disorders
- A person experiencing a mood disorder, experiences mood extremes that are more severe than normal
- A mood disorder is an illness involving mood extremes that interfere with everyday living
- Mood disorders include depression and bipolar disorder
- Bipolar disorder ,or manic-depressive disorder, is marked by extreme mood changes, energy levels, and behavior
Conduct Disorder
- Conduct disorder includes stealing, cruelty, lying, aggression, violence, truancy, arson, and vandalism
- Conduct disorder consists of patterns of behavior in which the rights of others or basic social rules are violated
Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person loses contact with reality
- Schizophrenia symptoms include unpredictable behavior, delusions, hallucinations, and thought disorders
Personality Disorders
- Teens with personality disorders are unable to regulate their emotions
- Teens with personality disorders may feel distressed in social situations or may behave in ways that are distressing to others
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Mental disorders are medical conditions that require diagnosis and treatment. Stigma can prevent people from seeking help. Understanding different types of mental disorders and their symptoms is important for building insight and empathy.
