Abnormal Psychology Janelle Gunnels Psy/410 November 7‚ 2013 Stephen Hoyer Abnormal Psychology Even though abnormal psychology is a highly controversial aspect of psychology‚ often challenges define and classify normal and abnormal behavior. Abnormal psychology has evolved into a scientific discipline and several theories have advanced our comprehension of psychology through theoretical models. Abnormal psychology is defined as a branch of psychology that correlates
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1.) Abnormal Observable Behaviors? In this case‚ Maria is showing severe symptoms of mania. While the person is asking her questions‚ she is answering them with rushed speech and she is stuttering as well. Not only is her speech affected‚ but also she is fidgeting a great deal throughout the video‚ which is known as hyperactivity. 2.) Abnormal Emotional States? Throughout the interview Maria’s mood is elated. She has inflated self-esteem. She has an attitude that she can do anything. She is talking
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ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY Final Examination 1.Discuss the biopsychosocial theory of psychopathology. Can this theory be used in determining the development of borderline personality disorder? The Biopsychosocial Theory assumes that biological‚ psychological and socio-cultural factors play a significant role in the development of mental illness. This theory postulates that mental health and wellness are influenced by the complex interaction between the aforementioned factors and that these factors
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Historical Perspectives of Abnormal Psychology Johnny Williams PSY/410 October 16‚ 2012 Dr. BERNARD WAKLEY Historical Perspectives of Abnormal Psychology Abnormal psychology focuses on abnormal behavior‚ its definition‚ classifications‚ explanations‚ and treatment (Hansell & Damour‚ 2008). Although its history is merely 100 years old‚ its story is richly textured. During its evolution‚ decisions regarding areas of focus evolved into six core concepts that enabled a more accurate definition of the
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Historical Perspectives of Abnormal Psychology PSY/410 Historical Perspectives of Abnormal Psychology Introduction Although people have tried to explore and discover the roots of abnormal behavior s since antiquity‚ the field of abnormal psychology emerged as a branch under the functionalist school (Comer‚ 2006). Understandably‚ it uses the tenets‚ research methods‚ and premises of psychology itself. However‚ abnormal behavior is more difficult to define. With the advent of
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Case Study in Abnormal Behavior Valvita Isaac PSY/410 April 4‚ 2011 Dr. Melda Jones CERTIFICATE OF ORIGINALITY: I certify that the attached paper‚ which was produced for the class identified above‚ is my original work and has not previously been submitted by me or by anyone else for any class. I further declare that I have cited all sources from which I used language‚ ideas and information‚ whether quoted verbatim or paraphrased‚ and that any and all assistance of any kind‚ which I received while
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Psychology and systems: Abnormal Behavior and Mental Health Morgan Bley West Chester University Summary: Abnormal psychology is the study of abnormal or atypical behavior in people. There are many things group into the category of atypical behavior. For example mental illness but being left handed is also considered atypical but is not an abnormality. Sometimes it is hard to use one definition to describe what abnormal psychology is. According to Saul McLeod (2008) abnormal psychology can be
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The word abnormal refers to actions and behaviours that are seen to be different from majority. There have been many different explanations and views of abnormality suggested for 1000’s of years. One view is that of the Greek and Roman’s. Hippocrates taught that illness had natural causes. He perceived abnormal behaviour as a disease derived from internal physical problems. He believed it was an imbalance in the four humors that flowed through the body that caused abnormal behaviours. The four humors
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Table of Contents No Page Number 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS I 2 ABSTRACT ii 3 INTRODUCTION : • Definition of abnormal psychology 1 4 ANXIETY DISORDER • Panic Disorder • Phobia • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder 2 5 CAUSE OF ANXIETY DISORDER • Psychoanalytic Theories • Behavioural Theories 4 8 CONCLUSION 9 9 REFERENCE 10 Abstract Abnormal Psychology is the overview/study of the mental or psychological disorder of mankind which caused by several of
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Abnormal Psychology: Assignment 1- Defining abnormality Defining abnormal behaviour is one of the most difficult and provocative subjects within the field of abnormal psychology as there are a range of methodologies you can use to define abnormalities. Abnormality is a behaviour or condition that strays from what society views as normal and appropriate‚ consequently causing distress or harm to oneself or those around them. Due to the fact that society has changed through history when defining
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