BPK 140 Study Guide - Quiz Guide: Eustress, Hans Selye, Aisle

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Explain: such defense mechanisms can help us cope in the short-term. However, they are obstacles to achieving ultimate resolution of the conflict. What is the most common mood disorder: depression. It is chronic and exaggerated worry and tension, even though nothing seems to provoke it: people with gad can"t seem to shake their concerns, even though they usually realize their anxiety is more intense than the situation warrants. What is the most common social phobia: social anxiety disorder. Individual may seem confused, not make sense when he is talking, act inappropriately, have visual or auditory hallucinations, or have delusions, such as being persecuted, being invulnerable, or having a personal mission to save the world. What are the two main incorrect stereotypes regarding schizophrenia: multiple personalities, serial violence. If the person is in immediate danger, don"t leave them along. If an emergency, call the crisis centre number. Explain briefly the differences among psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists, and counselors.