PSY100Y5 Chapter Notes - Chapter 15: Diazepam, Eclecticism In Art, Electroconvulsive Therapy
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Involves classical, operant and observational learning (3) biomedical therapies involve interventions into a person"s biological functioning, through drug and electroconvulsive (shock) therapy: these treatments have been provided only by physicians with a medical degree (psychiatrists) The two most common presenting problems are excessive anxiety and depression. A client does not necessarily have an identifiable psychological disorder. Reason"s people don"t pursue treatment cost, lack of insurance, stigma (personal weakness). Psychology and psychiatry are the principal professions involved in the provision of psychotherapy (refers to professional treatment with special training) Psychiatrist : psychiatrist physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders, treat everyday behavioural problem and devote more time to severe disorders (schizophrenia, mood disorders, md degree. Other mental health professionals: hospitals clinical social workers, psychiatrist nurses as part of a team, counselors schools, colleges etc. Involve verbal interactions intended to enhance the client"s self-knowledge and thus promote healthful changes in personality and behavior.
