PSYC-1105EL Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Sleep Disorder, Fear Of The Dark, Psychopathology

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Labelling and person-first language: language is a reflection of how people in a society see each other. Stereotypic language can send a negative message of alienation and apartness: language can limit the aspirations of persons with disabilities or mental health needs. Demonstrates respect for people with disabilities by referring to them first as individuals, then referring to their disability when it is needed. Emphasizes what people can do by focusing on their ability rather than their disability. Dilemmas of definition: possible models for defining disorders: Psychological disorder as a violation of cultural standards. Psychological disorder as emotional distress: mental illness/psychological disorder. Any behaviour or emotional state that causes an individual great suffering or worry, is self-defeating or self-destructive, or is maladaptive and disrupts the person"s relationships or the larger community: classification system of mental disorders, diagnostic criteria for each psychological disorder.

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