Module 65: Introduction to Psychological Disorders

Readings

Md65, “Introduction to Psychological Disorders,” pages 664-76

Learning Targets

65-1 Explain how we draw the line between normality and disorder.

65-2 Contrast how the medical model and the biopsychosocial approach influence our understanding of psychological disorders.

65-3 Describe how and why clinicians classify psychological disorders, and explain why some psychologists criticize the use of diagnostic labels.

65-4 Discuss the controversy over attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

65-5 Examine whether psychological disorders predict violent behavior.

65-6 Describe how many people have, or have had, a psychological disorder, and explore whether poverty is a potential risk factor.