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AP Psychology - Abnormal Behavior

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1. Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder ...
Psychological disorder, typically diagnosed in childhood, characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
2. Psychological disorder
Behavior patterns considered culturally deviant and maladaptive.
3. Philippe Pinel
Psychologist who argued that mental illness results from stress and inhumane conditions rather than demonic possession.
4. Trephination
Ancient psychological treatment involving drilling the skull to release evil spirits.
5. Medical model for psychological disorders
Idea that psychological disorders have physical causes that can be diagnosed, treated, and potentially cured.
6. DSM-IV-TR
A text used to classify and diagnose psychological disorders.
7. Anxiety disorders
Psychological disorders including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
8. Generalized anxiety disorder
An anxiety disorder characterized by constant worry and autonomic nervous system arousal.
9. Panic disorder
An anxiety disorder characterized by episodes of sudden, intense fear and physiological discomfort.
10. Phobia
An anxiety disorder characterized by fear or avoidance of an object or situation.
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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Psychological disorder, typically diagnosed in childhood, characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. A psychological disorder diagnosed in 4% of children, more commonly boys than girls. Common symptoms include distractibility, disorganization, restlessness, and difficulty taking turns. Individuals with this disorder typically have difficulty staying foc—ooh look, shiny!
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