PSYC 3082 : Final Exam Everything
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Axis ii: both are very stable, enduring, and ingrained (iq at age. 12, iq is still at that range at age 40, same with personality disorder: also, they are both difficult to treat/resistance to. They are quick to react to certain emotions: relations are very volatile. Intact cognitive skills and affect, and do not show disorganized behavior: speech is understandable. 70% of cases: ex: concerta, adderall, metadate, ritalin, dexedrine, etc, other medications. Imipramine and clonidine (antihypertensive) have some efficacy: straterra (inattention, behavioral treatment. Involve reinforcement programs: aim to increase appropriate behaviors and decrease inappropriate behaviors, may also involve parent training, combined bio-psycho-social treatments, these are highly recommended, non-medical treatments are not nearly as effective if not combined with medication. Problems in socialization and social function: poor eye contact, little, if any, interest in relationships, loners, lack of enjoyment in activities, poor use of nonverbal behaviors, lack of emotional reciprocity, 2.
