Abnormal psych positive vs negative symptoms exam review
Study the differences between positive and negative symptoms in abnormal psychology, focusing on their definitions, examples, and implications for diagnosis and treatment.
Quiz(24 questions)
1. What defines positive symptoms in abnormal psychology?
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Flashcards 1(12)
What are positive symptoms in abnormal psychology?
Symptoms that reflect an excess or distortion of normal functions, such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking.
What are negative symptoms in abnormal psychology?
Symptoms that indicate a decrease or loss of normal functions, such as reduced emotional expression, lack of motivation, and social withdrawal.
True or False: Positive symptoms are always more severe than negative symptoms.
False. Severity varies per individual and diagnosis.
Fill in the blank: Hallucinations and delusions are examples of ________ symptoms.
positive symptoms.
Compare positive and negative symptoms.
Positive Symptoms: Hallucinations, delusions. Negative Symptoms: Apathy, flat affect.
What is an important implication of negative symptoms?
They often lead to social isolation and reduced quality of life.
Cause → Effect: What does a lack of motivation (negative symptom) lead to?
Reduced engagement in daily activities and possible job loss.
Give an example of a positive symptom in a real-life scenario.
A person hears voices that aren’t there, affecting their daily functioning.
What is disorganized thinking?
A positive symptom where a person has trouble organizing thoughts, leading to incoherent speech.
True or False: Negative symptoms can be more challenging to treat than positive symptoms.
True. Negative symptoms often persist even with treatment.
Question: How do negative symptoms affect interpersonal relationships?
They can create distance, as individuals may withdraw from social interactions.
What role do positive symptoms play in diagnosing schizophrenia?
They are key indicators, often present in diagnostic criteria for schizophrenia.
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Define positive symptoms in abnormal psychology.
Positive symptoms are behaviors or experiences added to a person's normal state. Examples include hallucinations and delusions.
What are negative symptoms?
Negative symptoms reflect a reduction or absence of normal functions. Examples include lack of motivation, social withdrawal, and flat affect.
True or False: Negative symptoms are easier to treat than positive symptoms.
False. Negative symptoms often require more intensive therapy and can be more persistent.
Fill in the blank: __________ is an example of a positive symptom.
Hallucination.
Compare hallucinations and delusions.
Hallucinations: sensory experiences without stimuli. Delusions: false beliefs despite evidence.
Cause → Effect: What causes reduced social interaction in schizophrenia?
Negative symptoms like anhedonia lead to social withdrawal.
What is anhedonia?
Anhedonia is the inability to experience pleasure in normally pleasurable activities.
List two negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
- Avolition (lack of motivation) - Alogia (poverty of speech)
True or False: Positive symptoms are more visible than negative symptoms.
True. Positive symptoms, such as hallucinations, are often more noticeable and can be observed by others.
Fill in the blank: __________ is an example of a negative symptom.
Avolition is an example of a negative symptom.
Compare flat affect and blunted affect.
Flat affect: No emotional expression. Blunted affect: Reduced emotional expression.
Cause → Effect: What causes impaired functioning in daily life?
Negative symptoms lead to impaired functioning, such as difficulties in work, social situations, and self-care.
Questions in this Study Set(24)
1. What defines positive symptoms in abnormal psychology?
2. What is a defining characteristic of positive symptoms in abnormal psychology?
3. Which of the following is an example of a negative symptom?
4. Which of the following is NOT an example of a negative symptom?
5. True or False: Positive symptoms are always more severe than negative symptoms.
6. True or False: Negative symptoms are often less persistent than positive symptoms.
7. Fill in the blank: A person experiences a strong fear that others are plotting against them, which is an example of ________ symptoms.
8. Which of the following best describes anhedonia?
9. Which of the following best compares positive and negative symptoms?
10. What effect can negative symptoms have on social interactions?
11. What is a significant consequence of negative symptoms?
12. Which symptom is characterized by a complete lack of emotional expression?
13. What does a lack of motivation (negative symptom) typically lead to?
14. Fill in the blank: __________ is a symptom that affects motivation and goal-directed behavior.
15. Which of the following is an example of a positive symptom in daily life?
16. Which of the following statements is true regarding positive symptoms?
17. What does disorganized thinking refer to?
18. What is the relationship between negative symptoms and daily functioning?
19. True or False: Negative symptoms are often more difficult to treat than positive symptoms.
20. What distinguishes hallucinations from delusions?
21. How can negative symptoms impact interpersonal relationships?
22. Which symptom might you observe in someone with schizophrenia who shows little interest in social activities?
23. What role do positive symptoms play in diagnosing schizophrenia?
24. True or False: Positive symptoms can always be easily recognized by others.
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