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Psychological Disorders

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Psychology

Summary of Psychological Disorders for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 Psychology. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Psychological disorders are patterns of behaviour, thought, and emotion that are deviant, distressing, dysfunctional, and sometimes dangerous. Abnormal Psychology focuses on maladaptive behaviour, its causes, consequences, and treatment. The study of psychological disorders has intrigued cultures fo

Key Concepts

Abnormal behaviour is usually identified through

Abnormal behaviour is usually identified through deviance, distress, dysfunction, and danger. These features help describe behaviour that is far from

One way of judging abnormality

One way of judging abnormality is by comparing behaviour with a society's accepted rules and expectations. Behaviour that breaks these norms may be ca

A behaviour is abnormal if it

A behaviour is abnormal if it interferes with a person's well-being, growth, and ability to cope effectively with life demands.

Abnormal behaviour has been explained through

Abnormal behaviour has been explained through supernatural forces, biological or organic causes, and psychological causes. Ancient Greek thinkers emph

Galen linked four humours

Galen linked four humours—blood, black bile, yellow bile, and phlegm—to temperament and disorder through imbalance. The Indian idea of three doshas, v

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the meaning of abnormal behaviour and the four Ds: deviance, distress, dysfunction, and danger
  • Distinguish between deviation from social norms and maladaptive behaviour
  • Trace the historical views of abnormal behaviour from supernatural explanations to modern approaches
  • Explain the main biological, psychological, and socio-cultural factors underlying abnormal behaviour
  • Describe how psychological disorders are classified using DSM-5 and ICD-10

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Psychological Disorders covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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