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| describes abnormal behaviors and thoughts |
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| constant sadness causing an inability to feel pleasure and maintain interest in life |
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| Person experiences periods of depression and mania (excessive elation and hyperactivity) One period of super-activity paired with episode of depression. |
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| A group of psychological disorders involving disruptions/ disturbances in 4 areas: Perception and Attention, Language and thought disturbance, mood disturbance, and behavioral disturbances |
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| Antisocial disorder (psychopath, sociopath) |
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a. Egocentrism- only concerned with self, insensitive to others
b. Experience no grief, remorse, guilt despite hurting others
c. Impulsive actions- quick to make big decisions
d. Charming/persuasive- manipulative to meet their own needs |
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| Obsessive-compulsive Disorder |
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Obsession: A constant and intrusive thought
Compulsion: Irresistible urge to perform a ritualistic behavior |
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| Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder |
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Anxiety that occurs after a traumatic event, like rape, combat or natural disaster.
Nightmares, flashbacks, intense fear, and impaired concentration |
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| Dissociative Identity Disorder (aka multiple personalities) |
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Very Rare!
2+ separate personalities/identities are in 1 person
Different memories, gender, age, race, behaviors etc.
Personalities emerge during stress
Almost always long-term abuse history
Usually not aware of other personalities
When Rabbit Howls |
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| borderline personality disorder |
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| A personality disorder characterized by instability of interpersonal relationships, self-image, and emotions, and marked impulsivity. |
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