Psychology Chapter 20 Terms- Abnormal Psychology

Disorder in which an individual’s moods are extremeenougg tl interfere with refular life activities

Memory disturbance, such as the inability to recall certain events or even one’s identity

Disorders in which the primary trait is fear that danger or misfortune is looming; accompanied by physical symptoms such as rapid heart rate

Developmental disorder marked by severe communication and impersonal difficulties and cognitive impairment

Disorder in which one goes to the opposite extremes of mania and depression

Repetitive, ritualized behaviors

Unshakable beliefs that are obviously not true

Disorders in which sufferers escape from a painful situation by disconnecting from certain parts of themselves, such as by developing amnesia

Moderate depression that lasts for at least two years

Origin or cause of a disorder

Experiences in sensations of something that isn’t there, such as hearing voices or seeing visions

Recurring, unwanted thoughts

Disorders that involve long lasting maladaptive personality traits that are often more disturbing to others than to the individual

Irrational or inappropriate persistent fears

Disorders in which an individual loses contact with reality

Psychotic disorder marked by confused thoughts incoherent speech delusions hallucinations flat or inappropriate emotions paranoia or disturbances of movement

Disorders in which physical symptoms arise from psychological causes