Ch. 6 Understanding Mental Illness

Mental or emotional condition so severe that it interferes with daily functioning.

• mental illness
• cognitive impairment
• psychological condition
• emotional disorder

Condition in which someone responds with extreme or unrealistic fear and dread to certain situations, experiences, or objects.

• Anxiety
• Dread
• anxiety disorder

• Excitement

Condition characterized by intense negative feelings that do not go away and negatively affect daily life.

• major depressive disorder

• Happiness
• Anxiety
• Anger

Condition characterized by periods of intense depression that alternate with periods of manic moods.

• Bipolar Disorder
• Dual Disorder
• Monopolar Disorder
• Unipolar Disorder

Condition characterized by having irregular thoughts and delusions, hearing voices, and seeing things that are not there.

• schizophrenia spectrum disorder

• Anxiety disorder
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Bipolar disorder

Professional who diagnoses and treats people with mental health conditions.

• Psychiatrist
• Neurologist
• Dentist
• Therapist

Type of therapy that involves a one-on-one meeting with a therapist to discuss feelings and behaviors.

• Family therapy
• Cognitive therapy
• Individual therapy
• Group therapy

Type of therapy in which all family members meet together with a therapist to build positive, healthy relationships.

• Family therapy
• Group therapy
• Couple therapy
• Individual therapy

Gatherings in which a therapist meets with a group of people who share a common experience.

• Support groups
• Group therapy
• Therapy sessions
• Counseling sessions

Mark of shame or embarrassment that is usually unfair.

• Blame
• Praise
• Stigma
• Approval