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How do we define abnormal behavior?
What is the DSM-IV definition?
Epidemiological terms
Incidence Prevalence
Co-morbidity
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Historical Perspectives
Supernatural Biological Psychological Identify each perspectives explanation for the cause of behavior and treatment methods, key figures and their contributions.
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Physiological explanations of abnormal behavior
Pathogen/disease Genetic flaw (chromosomal abnormality v. genetic mutation) Diathesis-stress model Explain and give an example of each pathway to mental illness
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Behavioral Genetics
What does it aim to study? (Hint: heritability) Identify and explain the basic research methods.
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How are they related to the various types of psychological tests?
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Mental Status Exam
What are its components?
Psychological testing
Projective tests Objective tests Explain the difference between each type and give two examples of each.
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How is neuroimaging used in assessment/diagnosis? Identify some of the issues associated with the current revision of the DSM.
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Characteristics of depressed mood Characteristics of manic mood Major Depression Postpartum Depression SAD Dysthymia
Know the characteristics and general information about each unipolar disorder
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Bipolar I Bipolar II Cyclothymia
Know Kno the basic characteristics and general information about each disorder.
Mood disorders
Identify and explain the suggested causes Identify and explain the treatment methods
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Suicide
Ideation Attempt Completion Know the general frequency and demographics for each subdivision Identify and explain some potential methods of suicide prevention
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Anxiety