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Psychological Disorders — Chapter Summary

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Psychology

Summary of Psychological Disorders for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 Psychology. Part of the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 Psychology syllabus.

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An infographic illustrating the four criteria used to define psychological abnormality: Deviance, Distress, Dysfunction, and Danger, with brief explanations and icons for each.
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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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Psychological Disorders for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 Psychology?
Key topics in Psychological Disorders include Concepts of Abnormality, Historical Background, Classification of Psychological Disorders, Factors Underlying Abnormal Behaviour. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise Psychological Disorders for the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 34 practice questions on Psychological Disorders. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.

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