Abnormal Psychology Notes (1st edition)

Summary is on Theme 3: Substance Related and Addictive Disorders. This includes an introduction, the Theories of Addiction (Moral Theory, Psychoanalytic Theory, Behavioural Theories and The Disease Model), Types of Addiction (Substance Addiction, Gambling Addiction, Sex Addiction, Food Addiction and Internet Addiction), The Diagnostic categories of substance use (Substance Dependence, Substance Abuse, Substance Intoxication, Substance Withdrawal and Substance-Induced Psychotic Disorder), Cross-C...

This summary is based on Theme 4: Depressive Disorders. It includes an introduction on mood disorders, the history of mood disorders, the different types of depressive disorders, the diagnostic criteria for Major Depressive Disorder, Disorders that Mimic Depression, Cross-cultural and African Perspectives, Aetiology of Mood Disorders as well as integrating the various aetiological factors which play a role in the development of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). There is also a summary of the pres...

A clear and concise approach to PYC 4802 Assignment on eating disorders

These notes are my summaries of the content in the prescribed textbook and some additional readings for theme 2. It outlines each module outcome point :)

These notes are my summaries of the content in the prescribed textbook and some additional readings for theme 3. It outlines each module outcome point :)

These notes are my summaries of the content in the prescribed textbook and some additional readings for theme 5. It outlines each module outcome point :)

The notes differentiate between fear, anxiety, and stress. They explain the different anxiety disorders namely: Separation Anxiety Disorder, Specific phobias, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, OCD and related disorders, Body Dysmorphic disorder, Hoarding Disorder, Trichotillomania, Excoriation, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder, Post-Traumatic Disorder, Acute Stress Disorder. Explanations include their different symptoms a...

These notes are my summaries of the content in the prescribed textbook and some additional readings for theme 4. It outlines each module outcome point :)

The notes differentiate between fear, anxiety, and stress. They explain the different anxiety disorders namely: Separation Anxiety Disorder, Specific phobias, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, OCD and related disorders, Body Dysmorphic disorder, Hoarding Disorder, Trichotillomania, Excoriation, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder, Post-Traumatic Disorder, Acute Stress Disorder. Explanations include their different symptoms a...

These notes are my summaries of the content in the prescribed textbook and some additional readings for theme 2. It outlines each module outcome point :)

A clear and concise approach to PYC 4802 Assignment on eating disorders

PYC4802 contains 2011/2012 Exam Questions and Answers to them. It has been marked, as you will see when viewing the document. This will help students doing this course to prepare for upcoming exams and use this as an aid to better their understanding on what to expect.

These notes are my summaries of the content in the prescribed textbook and some additional readings for theme 5. It outlines each module outcome point :)

These notes are my summaries of the content in the prescribed textbook and some additional readings for theme 3. It outlines each module outcome point :)

• This document contains a comprehensive and thorough description of my Assignment 03 on Eating Disorders. • The report includes 13 pages apart from the references. • The following items are discussed in the assignment in keeping with the criteria provided in Tutorial Letter 101: o Definitions of Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge-eating Disorder o DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria of Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge-eating Disorder o Clinical Picture of Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia N...

These notes are my summaries of the content in the prescribed textbook and some additional readings for theme 4. It outlines each module outcome point :)

Summary is on Theme 3: Substance Related and Addictive Disorders. This includes an introduction, the Theories of Addiction (Moral Theory, Psychoanalytic Theory, Behavioural Theories and The Disease Model), Types of Addiction (Substance Addiction, Gambling Addiction, Sex Addiction, Food Addiction and Internet Addiction), The Diagnostic categories of substance use (Substance Dependence, Substance Abuse, Substance Intoxication, Substance Withdrawal and Substance-Induced Psychotic Disorder), Cross-C...