Chapter 7 Lesson 7.1 Reading Guide Quizlet
Substance use disorder-
The mental illness in which a person continues using a substance despite negative effects on health and life.
Anxiety disorder-
The mental illness in which feelings of worry and dread interfere with daily life.
Personality disorders-
The mental illnesses characterized by consistent patterns of inappropriate behavior.
Schizophrenia spectrum disorders-
The mental illnesses characterized by irregular thoughts, delusions, and hallucinations.
Addictive disorders-
The mental illnesses in which people develop a psychological dependence on certain processes or behaviors.
Bipolar disorder-
The mood disorder characterized by extreme highs (mania) and lows (depression).
Major depressive disorder-
The mood disorder characterized by feelings of intense sadness, worthlessness, and hopelessness.
Social anxiety disorder
Intense anxiety about social situations in which one might be judged by others Related condition: social media disorder
Withdrawal-
The negative symptoms that develop when a person with a physical dependence stops using a substance.
What is a mental illness?
Health conditions in negative or unhelpful feelings of thoughts become so severe they interfere with daily life. Also called a mental disorder. And common and treatable.
Did You Know? ADHD and Biological Sex
Biological sex influences the symptoms a person with ADHD has. Males with ADHD typically show frequent movement, impulsivity, and physical aggression. Females with ADHD are more likely to show inattentiveness, daydreaming, low self-esteem, and verbal aggression.
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
Causes symptoms similar to those of major depressive disorder Experienced in the winter months when there is less natural sunlight
Bipolar disorder
Characterized by extreme highs (mania) and lows (depression) Episodes may last weeks or months
Major depressive disorder
Characterized by feelings of intense sadness, worthlessness, and hopelessness Also known as clinical depression Increases risk of developing other health conditions
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Extreme and constant anxiety about parts of life that are beyond a person's control Anxiety in the form of physical symptoms
Types of anxiety disorders
GDA-Getting anxiety about parts of life that are beyond a person's control. Social anxiety disorder-Intense anxiety about social in which one might be judged by others. Panic disorder- Recurring panic attacks or episodes of intense fear. Phobia-Strong,unrealistic fear of a real situation.
Factors Affecting Mental Illness
Genetic makeup, Life experiences and situations and Patterns of thinking and views of the world
What factors influence whether someone develops a mental illness?
Genetic makeup, life experiences and situations and patterns of thinking and views of the world.
Substance Use and Addictive Disorders
Involve recurrent use of substances and repetition of behaviors that lead to health issues and inability to meet responsibilities Can occur together with other mental illnesses (co-occurring disorders)
What are the effects of mood disorders?
Major Depressive Disorder-Characterized by feelings of intense sadness, worthlessness and hopelessness. Seasonal affective Disorder- Causes symptoms similar to those major depressive disorders. Bipolar Disorder- Characterized by extreme highs (mania) and lows (depression).
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Mental illness characterized by difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness Usually develops during childhood and can continue through adulthood Has many of the same symptoms as executive function disorders (EFDs)
How do substance use and addictive disorders develop?
Mental illness in which a person continues using a substance despite negative effects on health and life Develops in several stages: Experimentation, Regular use, Tolerance, Dependence and Addiction. Involve recurrent use of substances and repetition of behaviors that lead to health issues and inability to meet responsibilities. Can occur together with other mental illnesses (co-occurring disorders).
What are the unique signs of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), executive function disorders (EFDs), and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Mental illness is characterized by difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. Usually develops during childhood and can continue through adulthood. Has many of the same symptoms as executive function disorders (EFDs) . Biological sex influences the symptoms a person with ADHD has. Males with ADHD typically show frequent movement, impulsivity, and physical aggression. Females with ADHD are more likely to show inattentiveness, daydreaming, low self-esteem, and verbal aggression People with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) have recurring and uncontrollable thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that make daily functioning difficult. Uncontrollable thoughts are called obsessions and often cause anxiety.
What are the types of personality and behavioral disorders?
Mental illnesses are characterized by patterns of inappropriate behavior Usually diagnosed in older teens and adults and may be associated with childhood trauma The types of personality and behavioral disorders are Antisocial personality disorder, Borderline personality disorder, Narcissistic personality disorder, Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, Paranoid personality disorder and Schizoid personality disorder. Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) Usually diagnosed in children Characterized by uncooperative, defiant, and hostile behavior Conduct disorder Can grow into antisocial personality disorder in adulthood Characterized by hostile and sometimes violent behavior
Anxiety Disorders
Mental illnesses in which feelings of worry and dread interfere with daily life Unrealistic or exaggerated anxiety Most common mental illnesses in the United States
How are anxiety disorders different from normal anxiety?
Mental illnesses in which feelings of worry and dread interfere with daily life. Unrealistics or exaggerated anxiety. Most common mental illnesses in the United States.
Addictive Disorders
Mental illnesses in which people develop a psychological dependence on certain processes or behaviors Examples: Gambling disorder Internet gaming disorder
Behavioral Disorders
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) Usually diagnosed in children Characterized by uncooperative, defiant, and hostile behavior Conduct disorder Can grow into antisocial personality disorder in adulthood Characterized by hostile and sometimes violent behavior
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Recurring and uncontrollable thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that make daily functioning difficult Responding to obsessions (uncontrollable thoughts) with compulsions (repeated actions) No pleasure or satisfaction gained from compulsive behaviors
Panic disorder
Recurring panic attacks, or episodes of intense fear Can develop after exposure to a trigger
Did You Know? Pre-Birth Events and Mental Illness
Sometimes, events that occur even before birth affect the risk of mental illness. Alcohol or drug use, poor nutrition, and trauma or complications during pregnancy increase a baby's risk of developing a mental illness later in life.
Phobia
Strong, unrealistic fear of an object or situation that does not really pose much, if any, danger Active steps to avoid feared objects or situations
Tolerance-
The body's need for an increased amount of a substance to experience the effects once felt with smaller amounts.
Panic attacks-
The episodes of intense fear characterized by fast heartbeat, dizziness, shaking, trouble breathing and chest pain.
Phobia-
The extreme, unrealistic fear of an object or situation.
Mental illness-
The health condition in which negative or unhelpful feelings or thoughts become so severe they interfere with daily life.
What are the symptoms of schizophrenia spectrum disorders?
The symptoms of schizophrenia spectrum disorders are a different reality and to develop a different personality. An estimated 20 percent of people who are homeless may have a schizophrenia spectrum disorder, a mental illness characterized by irregular thoughts, delusions, and hallucinations.
Co-occurring disorders-
The two conditions that affect health at the same time for example, substance use disorders and other mental illnesses.
Which type of disorders are the most common mental illnesses in the United States?
anxiety disorders
What are the five stages of substance use?
experimentation, regular use, tolerance, dependence, and addiction
Which type of disorder is a mental illness that causes serious changes in how people feel?
mood disorder
