PSY 303 Week 1 DQ 1 Abnormal Theories

Select two of the following theories of abnormal behavior:
a. Biological perspective
b. Psychodynamic perspective
c. Behavioral perspective
d. Cognitive perspective
e. Humanistic-existential perspective
f. Community-cultural perspective
g. Interactional approach

Compare and contrast the similarities and differences between each of these two theories of abnormal behavior.
How has the evolution of each theory you chose shaped the field of abnormal psychology in the context of a historical perspective?

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Psycho-physiological disorders are categorized in the DSM-IV-TR under mental disturbances that arise from psychological dysfunction, existing disorders or other difficulties manifested through physical symptoms.

These physical symptoms, however, cannot be traced back to any serious physical disease or origin, nor are they under the conscious control of the patient.

Describe the category of psycho-physiological disorders. What are some of the unique features of psycho-physiological disorders? How are some people able to avoid the negative effects of the risk factors associated with these disorders? Use the Ashford University Library to locate at least one peer-reviewed article that was published within the last five years to support your argument. Your article must be cited according to APA guidelines as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Your Personal Attitudes Toward Psychopathology. For this journal, you have two tasks:

Task 1: Indicate which character or historical figure you will investigate for your Week Two assignment, Week Three assignment, and your Final Paper. The character must be the same for each assignment, and you may not alter your choice after the conclusion of Week Two.

Review this list of movies or this list of historical case studies that are approved for use for this assignment (these are available in your online classroom). You must choose from the provided lists.

Task 2: This week’s discussion forum and readings may have triggered some personal thoughts and feelings regarding abnormal psychology. One of the most important aspects of developing competence in abnormal psychology is to be honestly and completely aware of your personal attitudes toward people who have mental health conditions.

This 250- to 500-word journal entry is an opportunity for you to honestly reflect on your thoughts regarding abnormal psychology. For instance, what insights on bias or prejudice does this topic raise? What potential perception issues or conflicts between belief systems and knowledge sets might arise? Consider any other questions that came up for you over the course of this week’s assignments. You may share as much or as little as you wish, as long as it is evident in your journal that you have taken the time to reflect.

This journal does not require you to share personal information about your mental health or the mental health of people you know. Psychology instructors cannot ask students to divulge this kind of information for grading. For further information see Standard 7.04 in the Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct.

Your journal will be graded based on whether or not you provided a substantial and thoughtful entry.