AP Psychology 3/13/14
Psychological disorders How do you determine if someone has a disorder? Do you agree with this paradigm?
Medical model & biopsychosocial model Compare & contrast these in a Venn diagram
Positives of labeling How is labeling psychological disorders positive for those suffering from them?
Stigmas attached with labeling Rosenhan: hospital Langer: videotapes Page: rooms
Evaluate Is it necessary to label psychological disorders? Is it positive or negative to label psychological disorders?
ADHD Is ADHD a legitimate disorder? (dopamine, grey matter) ADHD diagnosis rates—what does this suggest about the disorder? Treatment: Ritalin (dopamine SRI) & Adderall (amphetamine) Side effects of Ritalin? Adderall? 30-50% of adults are still diagnosed with ADHD that were diagnosed as children. Thoughts? Hunter vs. Farmer Hypothesis—no genetic disadvantage? Should ADHD be considered a disorder? Should ADHD be treated biologically?
FRQs Take 45 minutes to complete both FRQs
Homework Complete abnormal chapter. We will discuss anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, & personality in the next 2 classes. Come prepared!