Vocabulary Terms Unit 5.4 Categories of Psych Disorders

Obsessions

• Recurrent, persistent thoughts, urges, or images that are intrusive and unwanted.

• A temporary feeling of anxiety or worry.

• A sudden and intense fear of a specific object or situation.

• A strong desire to perform a specific behavior repeatedly.

Word salad

• A type of salad made with various ingredients

• A jumble of words that lack logical coherence, often seen in schizophrenia.

• A dish served in a bowl with mixed vegetables

• A term used to describe a well-structured argument.

Arachnophobia

• An intense fear of spiders.

• A love for insects.

• A fear of heights.

• A fear of open spaces.

Bipolar II Disorder

• A type of bipolar disorder characterized by a pattern of depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes.

• A mental health condition that involves extreme mood swings from mania to depression.

• A disorder that primarily affects cognitive functions and memory.

• A type of anxiety disorder characterized by excessive worry and fear.

Ataque de nervios

• A cultural syndrome characterized by symptoms of intense emotional upset.

• A type of physical illness caused by stress.

• A psychological disorder that requires medication.

• A common reaction to minor inconveniences.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

• A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by problems with focus, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.

• A mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.

• A personality disorder marked by a long-term pattern of abnormal behavior.

• An anxiety disorder characterized by excessive worry and fear.

Delusions of persecution

• A type of delusion where the person believes they are being targeted or persecuted.

• A belief that one has special powers or abilities.

• A false belief that one is being followed or watched by others.

• A type of delusion where the person believes they are famous or important.

Specific phobia

• An intense, irrational fear of a specific object or situation.

• A general anxiety disorder affecting multiple areas of life.

• A fear of social situations and being judged by others.

• An overwhelming fear of open or crowded spaces.

Persistent Depressive Disorder

• A chronic form of depression with symptoms lasting for at least two years.

• A temporary mood disorder that lasts for a few weeks.

• A type of anxiety disorder characterized by excessive worry.

• A severe mental illness requiring hospitalization.

Negative symptoms

• Symptoms that involve a decrease in the ability to function normally, such as lack of emotion or motivation.

• Symptoms that involve an increase in energy and motivation.

• Symptoms that are characterized by excessive emotional expression.

• Symptoms that indicate a heightened sense of awareness.