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Personality Disorders — Clusters, Causes, and Evidence-Based Treatments Explained | Chapter 11 of Essentials of Abnormal Psychology

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Personality Disorders — Clusters, Causes, and Evidence-Based Treatments Explained | Chapter 11 of Essentials of Abnormal Psychology Personality disorders are enduring, maladaptive patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that emerge in adolescence or early adulthood and cause significant impairment. Chapter 11 of Essentials of Abnormal Psychology organizes these disorders into three DSM-5 clusters—A, B, and C—examines their prevalence and risk factors, and reviews effective treatment approaches. This guide will help you master these complex disorders and prepare for your exams. Watch the Chapter Summary Prefer audio-visual learning? Watch the full Chapter 11 summary below and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more chapter guides. Overview of Personality Disorders Personality disorders affect up to 10% of adults and often co-occur with other mental health conditions. The DSM-5’s categorical approach places them into three clusters based on shared traits, though a d...

Assessment and Diagnosis in Psychopathology — Clinical Methods, DSM-5, and Research Designs Explained | Chapter 3 of Essentials of Abnormal Psychology

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Assessment and Diagnosis in Psychopathology — Clinical Methods, DSM-5, and Research Designs Explained | Chapter 3 of Essentials of Abnormal Psychology Accurate assessment and diagnosis form the backbone of effective treatment in abnormal psychology. Chapter 3 of Essentials of Abnormal Psychology covers the tools clinicians use to evaluate mental disorders, the DSM-5 classification system, and the research designs that advance our understanding of psychopathology. In this post, we’ll explore clinical interviews, psychological testing, neuroimaging, DSM-5 innovations and limitations, research methodologies, and ethical principles guiding psychological studies. Watch the Chapter Summary Prefer an audio-visual overview? Subscribe to Last Minute Lecture and watch the full Chapter 3 summary below. Clinical Assessment Techniques Clinical assessment systematically gathers information to diagnose psychological disorders. Core methods include: Clinical Interviews: Structure...

Understanding Psychological Disorders — Types, Causes, and Treatments Explained | Psychology Chapter 15 Summary

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Understanding Psychological Disorders — Types, Causes, and Treatments Explained | Psychology Chapter 15 Summary This comprehensive summary of Chapter 15 from Principles of Psychology (13th Edition) by David G. Myers and C. Nathan DeWall explores psychological disorders — syndromes involving significant disturbances in cognition, emotion, or behavior — and their classification, causes, and treatment. Watch the full YouTube podcast summary for an in-depth understanding of mental health disorders. Models and Classification The medical model views psychological disorders as illnesses with biological causes. The biopsychosocial approach considers biological, psychological, and social-cultural influences. The DSM-5 is the primary diagnostic manual, though labeling can sometimes lead to stigma or misdiagnosis. Anxiety Disorders Include generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Causes...

How Personality Affects Mental Disorders and Physical Health - Chapter 17 from The Personality Puzzle

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How Personality Affects Mental Disorders and Physical Health Can your personality shape your health? Chapter 17 of The Personality Puzzle dives into the fascinating connection between personality traits, mental disorders, and physical well-being. From understanding how personality disorders are diagnosed in the DSM-5 to exploring how traits like conscientiousness and hostility influence longevity, this chapter highlights the deep interdependence between psychology and health outcomes. Watch the podcast-style summary above, or read below for a full breakdown of this chapter’s essential insights. What Is a Personality Disorder? A personality disorder is defined as a long-term pattern of maladaptive thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that deviate from cultural norms and impair functioning. Unlike many mental health conditions, personality disorders are often ego-syntonic —the individual does not see their behavior as problematic—which complicates diagnosis and treatment. The...