Social Psychology
You witness someone collapsed on a busy sidewalk. According to ____, you are more likely to help when _____.
Bystander effect; being alone or with one person
This model of psychopathology suggests that people with a predisposition for a disorder are more likely to develop the disorder if faced with environmental pressures.
What is the diathesis-stress model?
Impulsivity, rapid speech, and needing very little sleep are hallmark symptoms of this mood state.
What is a manic episode?
The "A" in this acronym for a disorder stands for attention.
What is ADHD?
This eating disorder is characterized by being underweight and having an intense fear of gaining weight.
What is anorexia nervosa?
This class of disorder is characterized by excessive and persistent fear and worry.
What are Anxiety Disorders?
People vandalize in a crowd because they feel anonymous.
What is deindividuation?
Although he was not personally injured, Harry has had problems since the earthquake two years ago. He picks fights with his partner and has trouble sleeping, reliving the quake in nightmarish dreams. Harry might meet criteria for this disorder.
What is PTSD?
Hakeem had trouble getting out of bed in the morning, and generally does not want to do anything. He looks sad all the time and does not seem to take pleasure in everyday activities. His friends think he may have this disorder.
What is major depressive disorder?
This diagnosis is sometimes given to criminals who consistently violate the rights of others.
What is antisocial personality disorder?
This term describes when a person must take increasingly larger amounts of a drug to achieve the same effect as before.
What is tolerance?
This disorder is characterized by excessive, distressing, and persistent fear or anxiety about a specific object or situation.
What is specific phobia?
Punching someone purely out of anger for an insult.
What is hostile aggression?
Analisa checks to see if the stove is turned off 10 times before she leaves the house. She is afraid that if she does not the house will burn down while she is gone. Analisa is demonstrating symptoms of this disorder.
What is obsessive-compulsive disorder?
A low mood combined with hallucinations and delusions indicates this condition, rather than depression alone.
What is psychosis?
Childhood disorder characterized by deficits in social interaction and communication, and repetitive patterns of behavior or interests
What is autism spectrum disorder?
This controversial diagnosis involves memory loss and expressions of distinct personalities.
What is dissociative identity disorder?
This class of disorder is characterized by sudden intense fear with physical symptoms (racing heart, sweating, feeling like dying) even when nothing dangerous is happening. They fear having more episodes.
What are panic disorders?
People stay in relationships when benefits outweigh costs.
What is social exchange theory?
The study of psychological disorders, including their symptoms, causes, and treatment.
What is psychopathology?
When experiencing symptoms of this disorder, Tony sometimes seems very “wound up.” At those times, he seems full of energy, talks very rapidly, and makes very grandiose plans. During other periods of time Tony seems very “down.” During these times he does not take care of himself and seems to want to sleep all the time.
What is bipolar disorder?
People with this disorder demonstrate unstable mood, behavior, and self-image, and cannot stand being alone.
What is borderline personality disorder?
These are the three core areas in which individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder typically show difficulties.
What are social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors?
When experiencing symptoms of this disorder, Chris, who worries constantly about health, finances, family, and work for the past 9 months.
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Temporary, situational anxiety before a presentation is NOT a psychological disorder.
What is situational anxiety (Not a disorder)?
This class of drug increases serotonin availability in the brain.
What are SSRIs?
Schizophrenia often first appears in late adolescence or early adulthood because this brain process—normally helpful but sometimes excessive—occurs during this period.
What is excessive synaptic pruning?
Zach is a 17-year-old male adolescent who appears boastful, conceited, and arrogant. When someone accuses him of being that way, he flies into a rage. He is envious when others are recognized for their achievements and often fantasizes about the success that awaits him. Zach has been diagnosed with this personality disorder.
What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
Believing the FBI is monitoring your thoughts and hearing voices are examples of these types of schizophrenia symptoms.
What are positive symptoms of schizophrenia?
A person who is terrified of public speaking, avoids situations where they might be judged, and relies on “safety behaviors” like avoiding eye contact is most likely experiencing this disorder.
What is Social Anxiety Disorder?