Research Methods
Disorders
Out of Order
Factors
Treatment
100
ego, superego, and id
What are the 3 factors Frauds Psychoanalytic Theory?
100
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Name the disorder with these symptoms- Recurrent obsessional thoughts or compulsive acts. Obsessional thoughts Ideas, images, impulses that enter the individual’s mind repeatedly in a stereotyped form. Extremely distressing, the sufferer often tries, unsuccessfully, to resist them. Compulsive acts Stereotyped behaviours that are repeated. They are not inherently enjoyable neither do they result in the completion of particularly useful tasks. e.g. excessive washing or cleaning.
100
Statistical diagnosis Quantifiable Ability to identify disorders based on symptoms Therefore suitable treatment can be applied
What are the strengths of classification systems?
100
Depression is caused by inaccurate cognitive responses to events in the form of negative thinking about oneself and the world.
Define the Cognitive theory of depression.
100
Statistical diagnosis Quantifiable Ability to identify disorders based on symptoms Therefore suitable treatment can be applied
What are the strengths of classification systems?
200
Biological tests -Brain scans -Blood tests Psychological tests IQ test Personality test Cognitive tasks Interviews Observations
What is a method of Diagnosis?
200
Certain antidepressants are used to treat anxiety disorders. An anti-anxiety medication called buspirone may be prescribed. In limited circumstances, your doctor may prescribe a certain type of sedative called a benzodiazepine for short-term relief of anxiety symptoms. Several herbal remedies have been studied as a treatment for anxiety, but more research is needed to understand the risks and benefits
Name one way to treat anxiety disorder (Medical approach).
200
the assumption that disorders have a genetic origin
Define the theory of genetic predisposition.
200
Identify abnormal disorders so treatment can be applied accordingly. Provides investigation opportunities into the etiologies of disorders.
What is the purpose of Diagnosis?
300
Riggs et al. (2007) Butler et.al. (2006)
Name a case study using an eclectic approach.
300
Heart disease Diabetes Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism Respiratory disorders, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma Drug abuse or withdrawal Withdrawal from alcohol, anti-anxiety medications (benzodiazepines) or other medications Chronic pain or irritable bowel syndrome Rare tumors that produce certain "fight-or-flight" hormones
Name one medical factor that can put you at risk of accumulating anxiety disorder.
300
Nurnberger and Gershon (1982)
Name the Case Study investigating the theory of genetic predisposition.
300
Anti-depressant medication:?- Tricyclic?- Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)?- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)?- Prozac
Name a Biomedical approach to treatment.
400
overestimating the negative aspects of social interactions, and underestimating the positive aspects.
What is the Cognitive Theory of Social Anxiety ?
400
Trauma. Children who endured abuse or trauma or witnessed traumatic events are at higher risk of developing an anxiety disorder at some point in life. Adults who experience a traumatic event also can develop anxiety disorders. Stress due to an illness. Having a health condition or serious illness can cause significant worry about issues such as your treatment and your future. Stress buildup. A big event or a buildup of smaller stressful life situations may trigger excessive anxiety — for example, a death in the family, work stress or ongoing worry about finances. Personality. People with certain personality types are more prone to anxiety disorders than others are. Other mental health disorders. People with other mental health disorders, such as depression, often also have an anxiety disorder. Having blood relatives with an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders can run in families. Drugs or alcohol. Drug or alcohol use or abuse or withdrawal can cause or worsen anxiety.
Name one risk of accumulating anxiety disorder(NON-MEDICAL).
400
1. Identify and correct faulty cognitions and unhealthy behavior (cognitive triad)? 2. Increase activity and learn alternative problem solving strategies
Define how Cognitive Behavior Therapy works.
400
Neale et al. (2011)
Name the Case Study used for the Biomedical treatment.
500
Cognitive Behavior Therapy??(CBT)
What was Paykel et al. (1999) testing in his experiment?
500
Cognitive therapy examines how negative thoughts, or cognitions, contribute to anxiety. Behavior therapy examines how you behave and react in situations that trigger anxiety. Psychotherapy- cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most effective form of psychotherapy for anxiety disorders
Name one way to treat anxiety disorder(Therapy approach).
500
depression is caused by low levels of serotonin
Define the serotonin hypothesis.
500
biological, behavioral, cognitive, and psychodynamic models
Name Four Main Models To Explain Psychological Abnormality.
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