Psychology 2301 exam 5 Questions & Answers(SCORED A)

what is a psychological disorder - ANSWERAre deviant, distressful, and dysfunctional patterns of thoughts, feelings and actions what are some of the criteria used for determination - ANSWERcan be defined by culture and context- different cultures in different contexts have varying judgments on what constitutes a psychological disorder what is the DSM-5 and what is it used for - ANSWERMain tool of diagnostic classification: diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, 5th edition Purpose: describe a disorder, predict its course, imply appropriate treatment, stimulate research into causes what is an anxiety disorder - ANSWERexperience of anxiety becomes a disorder when it is maladaptive and uncontrollable, disrupting everyday moods, activities and though processes primary symptom of generalized anxiety disorder - ANSWERa global, persistent, chronic, excessive state of apprehension •Often referred to as free-floating anxiety (Freud), because the identified source of apprehension constantly changes or cannot be identified •Physical manifestations include furrowed brows, excessive perspiration, twitching, trembling, and high blood pressure •Woman often diagnosed more than men primary symptom of panic disorder - ANSWERCharacterized by unpredictable, minute-long episodes of intense dread •During these panic attacks, the person experiences terror and accompanying chest pain, chocking, or other terrifying sensations primary system of phobias - ANSWERCharacterized by persistent, irrational fear and avoidance of a specific object, activity, or situation •Social phobia is characterized by the intense fear of being embarrassed, judged, or scrutinized by others in social situations