5.5 Treatment of Psychological Disorders

• What are the two main categories of mental health treatments?

  Psychotherapy and medication
• Family/Group Therapy addresses interpersonal dynamics and relationships

  True
• Psychotherapy involves talking therapies to help individuals understand and manage their mental health issues
• What is combination therapy in mental health treatment?

  Medication with psychotherapy
• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) aims to help individuals change negative thought patterns and behaviors


  True
• Match the type of psychotherapy with its purpose:

  Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ↔️ Helps change negative thought patterns and behaviors

  Psychoanalysis ↔️ Explores the unconscious mind to uncover root causes

  Humanistic Therapy ↔️ Focuses on personal growth and self-actualization
• Which neurotransmitters are balanced by antidepressants to elevate mood?

  Serotonin and norepinephrine
• Mood stabilizers are used to manage mood swings in bipolar disorder
• What is the main focus of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

  Negative thought patterns and behaviors
• Psychotherapy can be used alone or in combination with medication to treat mental health issues.


  True
• What are the primary goals of Humanistic Therapy?

  Personal growth and self-actualization
• Psychodynamic Therapy emphasizes the role of past experiences and childhood development
• What are the two main categories of mental health treatments?

  Psychotherapy and medication
• Which neurotransmitters are targeted by antidepressants to elevate mood?

  Serotonin and norepinephrine
• Medications for mental disorders are always prescribed alone and never in combination with psychotherapy.

  False
• Psychotherapy can be used alone or in combination with medication for a more comprehensive treatment approach
• Humanistic therapy focuses on personal growth, self-actualization, and positive potential
• Key features of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  1️⃣ Identifying Negative Thoughts

  2️⃣ Modifying Behaviors

  3️⃣ Developing Coping Strategies

  4️⃣ Collaborative Approach
• Psychodynamic therapy focuses on the internal world rather than outward behaviors and thought patterns


  True
• Behaviors that are reinforced in operant conditioning are more likely to be repeated


  True
• Social learning therapies use modeling as a key technique to help individuals change their behaviors


  True
• The process of observing and imitating the behaviors of others is called modeling
• An integrated approach combines psychotherapy and medication to address both the psychological and biological aspects of mental health issues
• What is the purpose of psychotherapy in mental health treatment?

  Understand and manage issues
• What is the primary role of medication in mental health treatment?

  Correct neurochemical imbalances
• Psychotherapy can be used alone or in combination with medication for a more comprehensive treatment approach.


  True
• CBT involves a collaborative relationship between the therapist and patient to set goals and track progress.


  True
• CBT involves a collaborative relationship between the therapist and patient to set goals and track progress.


  True
• Psychodynamic therapy focuses on the internal world of the individual rather than outward behaviors.


  True
• Humanistic therapy emphasizes the positive aspects of human nature and personal growth.

  True
• Operant conditioning involves learning voluntary behaviors through consequences.

  True
• The process of observing and imitating behaviors is called modeling
• Integrated approaches often lead to better long-term outcomes by addressing both psychological and biological aspects
• A strong, collaborative relationship between patient and provider is known as a therapeutic alliance
• Match the type of psychotherapy with its purpose:

  Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ↔️ Helps change negative thought patterns and behaviors

  Psychoanalysis ↔️ Explores the unconscious mind to uncover root causes

  Humanistic Therapy ↔️ Focuses on personal growth and self-actualization
• Antidepressants elevate mood by balancing neurotransmitters like serotonin and norepinephrine
• Which type of psychotherapy focuses on exploring the unconscious mind to uncover root causes of issues?

  Psychoanalysis
• Which neurotransmitters do antidepressants help balance to elevate mood?

  Serotonin and norepinephrine
• Antidepressants elevate mood by balancing neurotransmitters like serotonin and norepinephrine
• What symptoms do antipsychotics aim to reduce?

  Psychosis like hallucinations