Unit VIII Psychological Disorder Activity

Unit VIII Psychological Disorder Activity

Unit VIII Psychological Disorder Activity

Unit VIII Psychological Disorder Activity

A mental disorder, also called a mental illness[2] or psychiatric disorder, is a behavioral or mental pattern that causes significant distress or impairment of personal functioning.[3] Such features may be persistent, relapsing and remitting, or occur as a single episode. Many disorders have been described, with signs and symptoms that vary widely between specific disorders.[4][5] Such disorders may be diagnosed by a mental health professional.

The causes of mental disorders are often unclear. Theories may incorporate findings from a range of fields. Mental disorders are usually defined by a combination of how a person behaves, feels, perceives, or thinks.[6] This may be associated with particular regions or functions of the brain, often in a social context. A mental disorder is one aspect of mental health. Cultural and religious beliefs, as well as social norms, should be taken into account when making a diagnosis.[7]

Services are based in psychiatric hospitals or in the community, and assessments are carried out by mental health professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and clinical social workers, using various methods such as psychometric tests but often relying on observation and questioning. Treatments are provided by various mental health professionals. Psychotherapy and psychiatric medication are two major treatment options. Other treatments include lifestyle changes, social interventions, peer support, and self-help. In a minority of cases there might be involuntary detention or treatment. Prevention programs have been shown to reduce depression.[6][8]

Common mental disorders include depression, which affects about 300 million, bipolar disorder, which affects about 60 million, dementia, which affects about 50 million, and schizophrenia and other psychoses, which affects about 23 million people globally.[6] Stigma and discrimination can add to the suffering and disability associated with mental disorders, leading to various social movements attempting to increase understanding and challenge social exclusion.

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As you pursue your career options, you may eventually choose to work as a mental health coordinator, therapist, social
worker, or counselor. It will behoove you to possess the ability to recognize the signs of various mental disorders, and
treatment options available for them.

For this assignment, you will need to create a four-column chart that will list the disorder, the classification it falls under,
the symptoms/characteristics, and the treatment options. Use Microsoft Word to create your chart and cite the references,
using APA format. You must utilize your textbook and at least one additional source. (All sources used, including the
textbook, must be referenced. Paraphrased and quoted material must have citations as well.)

Your chart should include TEN of the following:

 Generalized anxiety disorder
 Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
 Panic disorder
 Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
 Social phobia
 Depression
 Bipolar disorder
 Seasonal affective disorder
 Antisocial personality disorder
 Narcissistic personality disorder
 Dissociative identity disorder or multiple personality disorder (MPD)
 Schizophrenia