The Science of Psychology: An Appreciative View, 2nd Edition (King)

Chapter 15: Psychological Disorders

Chapter Objectives

1. Define the characteristics, explanations, and classifications of abnormal behavior.
2. Distinguish among the various anxiety disorders.
3. Compare the mood disorders and specify risk factors for depression and suicide.
4. Describe the dissociative disorders.
5. Characterize schizophrenia.
6. Identify the behavior patterns typical of personality disorders.
7. Explain how psychological disorders affect health, and describe how individuals with disorders can improve their quality of life.