WEEK 2

Question 1

How is abnormality defined?

Answer 1

1. Statistical infrequency
2. Personal distress
3. Functional impairment
4. violation of norms
5. biological dysfunction

Question 2

What diagnostic manual is used to define abnormality?

Answer 2

DSM5

Question 3

What is a panic disorder?

Answer 3

Sudden and repeated feelings of terror and anxiety attacks. Diagnose with/without agoraphobia

Question 4

What does the DSM5 classify as a panic disorder?

Answer 4

Peaks in 10 minutes, 4+ symptoms.
eg.
- heart palpitations
- Dizziness
- Trembling