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PSY 201 Ch. 14 Notes - Psychological Disorders
Psychological Science (Gazzaniga, Heatherton, and Halpern) Ch. 14 Flashcards
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04/24/2013
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psychopathology
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Sickness or disorder of the mind.
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etiology
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Factors that contribute to the development of a disorder.
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multiaxial system
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The system used in the DSM; it calls for assessment along five axes that describe important mental health factors.
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assessment
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In psychology, examination of a person's mental state to diagnose possible psychological disorders.
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