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What is a substance use disorder?
A disorder where a substance creates chemical dependency, disrupting neurotransmitter production and reception.
Define Anorexia Nervosa.
An eating disorder characterized by distorted body image, severe food restriction, and malnutrition.
Define Bulimia Nervosa.
An eating disorder involving binge-purge cycles and body image issues, often with fluctuating weight.
Define Binge Eating Disorder.
An eating disorder with binge-eating episodes without compensatory behaviors, often linked to hunger regulation problems.
What are personality disorders?
Inflexible, maladaptive patterns of thinking and behavior that impair personal growth and relationships.
Define Paranoid Personality Disorder (PPD).
A Cluster A personality disorder characterized by irrational fear and distrust of others.
Define Schizoid Personality Disorder.
A Cluster A personality disorder marked by detachment from emotions and relationships.
Define Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD).
A Cluster B personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy and manipulative behavior.
Define Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).
A Cluster B personality disorder marked by extreme emotional swings and impulsive behavior.
Define Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD).
A Cluster B personality disorder characterized by grandiose delusions and perfectionism.
Define Avoidant Personality Disorder (AVPD).
A Cluster C personality disorder characterized by low self-esteem and avoidance of social interactions.
Define Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD).
A Cluster C personality disorder characterized by perfectionism and compulsions, distinct from OCD.
Explain the impact of drugs on neurotransmitters.
Drugs mimic neurotransmitters, reducing the brain's own production, leading to withdrawal symptoms.
What role does the hypothalamus play in eating disorders?
The hypothalamus regulates hunger; dysfunction can lead to uncontrolled eating in binge eating disorder.
What are the key characteristics of Cluster A personality disorders?
Eccentric behaviors and emotional disengagement.
What are the key characteristics of Cluster B personality disorders?
Dramatic, impulsive, and erratic behaviors, attention-seeking.
What are the key characteristics of Cluster C personality disorders?
Anxious and fearful behaviors, fear of rejection.
What is the main difference between OCPD and OCD?
OCPD is a personality disorder characterized by perfectionism, while OCD involves obsessions and compulsions.
What is the role of sociocultural influences in eating disorders?
Media portrayals of ideal body images can lead to body dissatisfaction and contribute to eating disorders.
How does genetic predisposition affect the risk of developing eating disorders?
Having a family history of eating disorders slightly increases the risk.
What is the primary goal of CBT in treating eating disorders?
CBT aims to address maladaptive thoughts and behaviors related to food and body image.
What is the key feature of substance use disorders?
They disrupt the brain's natural neurotransmitter production.
Compare Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa.
Anorexia involves severe restriction leading to being underweight, while bulimia involves binge-purge cycles and can occur at a normal weight.
Compare Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorders.
Schizoid involves detachment from emotions, while Schizotypal includes eccentric thoughts and behaviors.
Compare Avoidant and Dependent Personality Disorders.
Avoidant involves low self-esteem and fear of social interaction, while Dependent involves abandonment issues and anxiety when alone.
Compare Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD).
OCD involves specific obsessions and compulsions causing distress, while OCPD is a pervasive pattern of perfectionism and control.