Therapy Approaches
The Brain
Psychology and Pop culture
Emotions in Pop Songs
DSM Dating
100

Named after the German word by whole this approach emphasizes seeing the client as a whole person rather than part 

What are Gestalt

100
This part of the brain is primarily responsible for human intelligence and the ability to acquire complex skills.
What is the cerebral cortex?
100
This 1999 Movie was associated with Dissociative personality disorder, what is the name of the movie? 

What is the Fight Club 

100

Carl Rogers' concept for the ideal self that we all strive for but rarely achieve is called this.

What is Self Actualization?

100
I love being the center of attention but my relationships are shallow and do not stick. Who am I? 

What is Histrionic personality disorder? 

200

"Imagine you wake up tomorrow, and a miracle has happened: all your problems are suddenly solved. You feel lighter, happier, and completely at ease. Identify the correct therapy modality. 

What is solution focused? 

200
This is a band of fibers that connect the two hemispheres of the brain.
What is the corpus callosum?
200

 In The Sixth Sense, Haley Joel Osment’s character famously says this line, hinting at his ability to see beyond the physical world.

What is " I see dead people"

200

A relatively permanent change in behavior as a result of experience.

What is learning?

200

"I need to be the best and will stop at nothing to get there. Relationships feel like competitions. If I’m not winning, then what’s the point? People call me intense, but I think they just don’t get it."

What is Narcissistic personality disorder?

300

 In behavioral therapy, this approach integrates mindfulness practices and behavior change strategies.

What is Dialectical behavior Therapy

300
This is the area of the cerebral cortex that has a primary role in vision.
What is the occipital lobe?
300

This 2017 movie was associated with Dissociative Identity Disorder, which identity was the "leader"?  

Who is Patricia? 

300
This term refers to what a neutral stimulus becomes after it is paired with an unconditioned stimulus.
What is a conditioned stimulus?
300

" I txt you every morning and night, tell you how amazing and enamored I am with you, and say I love you after 2 weeks of knowing you." Who am I 

What is Love bombing? 

400

 This type of therapy is based on phenomenology and emphasizes a “here and now” approach, focusing on self-awareness and the subjective human experience.

What is Existential Therapy? 

400
The primary somatosensory area is located in this lobe of the brain.
What is the parietal lobe?
400

In Good Will Hunting, Robin Williams’ character uses this unorthodox yet compassionate therapy technique to reach a resistant patient played by Matt Damon.

What is Person Centered therapy 

400
This is a fear that persists even when no realistic danger exists
What is a phobia?
400

 "I can get really excited and talk for hours, then crash and feel like I don’t want to get out of bed. My energy levels are all over the place, and people say I’m unpredictable."

What is Bipolar Disorder?

500

The following is an example of this type of operant conditioning... John did really well in school today so his mother told him that he did not have to do any chores. The rest of the week, John tried really hard and had more days at school where he did well.

What is the Negative Reinforcement 

500
Damage in this area of the brain causes damage in understanding the meaning of words.
What is Wernicke's area?
500

In Taxi Driver, Travis's frequent outbursts of anger and his inability to manage his emotions can be seen as traits of this personality disorder, characterized by impulsivity and aggressive behavior.

What is Antisocial Personality Disorder? 

500

In Taxi Driver, Travis's extreme actions are fueled by his perception of society as morally corrupt, a viewpoint leading him to attempt “cleansing” through violence. Name two mental health conditions that may explain this rigid, black-and-white thinking and aggression toward society.

What is Borderline Personality Disorder? 

500

 "My life feels like it’s full of mysteries, and not everyone understands me. I sometimes see hidden messages in everyday things, and my thoughts can feel magical or special. People think I’m quirky, but I’m sure there’s more to it."

What is Schizotypal Personality Disorder?