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Abnormal Psychology 101
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Follow along with this introductory lesson to define abnormality, learn how psychologists determine criteria of disorders and consider criticisms of the DSM-V.
with Mary ShuttlesworthFollow along with this introductory lesson to define abnormality, learn how psychologists determine criteria of disorders and consider criticisms of the DSM-V.
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Gain an in-depth understanding of schizophrenia in this abnormal psychology lesson, including descriptions of the many criteria provided in the DSM.
with Mary ShuttlesworthGain an in-depth understanding of schizophrenia in this abnormal psychology lesson, including descriptions of the many criteria provided in the DSM.
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Gain insight into the causes and symptoms of anxiety disorders and impulse-control disorders, including facts about conditions like PTSD, OCD, and more.
with Mary ShuttlesworthGain insight into the causes and symptoms of anxiety disorders and impulse-control disorders, including facts about conditions like PTSD, OCD, and more.
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Discover the different types of personality disorders, including narcissistic, antisocial, and borderline, and dive into an overview of substance use disorders.
with Mary ShuttlesworthDiscover the different types of personality disorders, including narcissistic, antisocial, and borderline, and dive into an overview of substance use disorders.
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In this abnormal psychology lesson, discover the symptoms and causes of dissociative disorders, how these conditions are assessed, and recommended therapies.
with Mary ShuttlesworthIn this abnormal psychology lesson, discover the symptoms and causes of dissociative disorders, how these conditions are assessed, and recommended therapies.
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Jean M
Really interesting stuff! So if my son was diagnosed with ADHD as a child but now (age 24) seems to be over it; did he actually ever have it?
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Mary Shuttlesworth
Hi Jean,
Great question! If your son truly has ADHD, it does not go away. We now know that ADHD is actually a neurodevelopmental disorder, meaning that there are structural changes in the brain that account for the symptoms. That being said, many individuals with ADHD actually learn to better handle the symptoms as they get older. So, it's possible that the symptoms are still there, but your son has just figured out ways to mitigate the symptoms.
Let me know what questions you have!
Mary
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Mary Shuttlesworth
For instance, if a person knows disorganization is a part of his ADHD, he can structure the environment to help with organization (e.g., using a planner, setting alarm reminders). Children have a tougher time figuring out ways to manage their environment (they have less control than adults to begin), so the symptoms are often more salient in children. Also, many of the symptoms are very obvious in school, and adults are less likely to be in school, which could mean fewer obvious symptoms.
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