PSY BEH 113D Lecture Notes - Lecture 38: Social Exchange Theory, Equity Theory, Psych
13 Jan 2020
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People prefer long-term relationships because these relationships are believed to maximize their positive affect. Relationships are evaluated according to costs and benefits. Partners seek a balance in terms of what each contributes to the. Inflated self-view is associated with better wellbeing. Serves as a kind of dictionary, permitting medical professionals and patients to communicate with greater clarity. Can aid diagnosis and selection of treatment options. Generally, a lack of the factors associated with mental health. Engagement in harmful behaviors to self and others. Behaviors that are perceived as disruptive, maladaptive, abnormal. What is the major psychiatric manual used in the us and canada. Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders. Causes of mental illness not fully understood. Can put people in a box: inflexible treatments, gloss over idiosyncrasies of each person"s symptoms. Sad mood felt most of the time for 2 weeks. Higher rates among women and the young. Pronounced sense of dread about the future.
