What This Document Is
This is a study guide designed to help students prepare for the second exam in Arizona State University’s Abnormal Psychology (PSY 366) course. It focuses on Somatic Symptom and Dissociative Disorders, outlining key concepts and distinctions within these areas of psychological study.
Why This Document Matters
This study guide is essential for students enrolled in PSY 366 who are preparing for Exam 2. It serves as a focused review of the material covered in Chapter 5, helping students identify the core components of each disorder and potential areas of difficulty. It’s most useful when used *in conjunction with* course lectures, readings, and other study materials.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This guide provides an overview and does not replace the need for a thorough understanding of the textbook and lecture content. It is a study *aid*, not a comprehensive substitute for learning the material. It won’t provide solutions to practice problems or fully explain complex theoretical underpinnings.
What This Document Provides
The full study guide includes:
* Detailed clinical descriptions of Somatic Symptom Disorder, Illness Anxiety Disorder, Factitious Disorder, and Conversion Disorder.
* Discussion of potential causes of these disorders, including operant conditioning, stress/trauma, and familial modeling.
* Guidance on differentiating between these disorders and distinguishing them from malingering and genuine physical illnesses.
* An overview of treatment approaches, specifically Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques.
* Clinical descriptions of various Dissociative Disorders, including Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder, Dissociative Amnesia, Dissociative Fugue, Dissociative Trance Disorder, and Dissociative Identity Disorder.
This preview does *not* include specific examples, detailed treatment protocols, or practice questions. It is a high-level overview to help you assess the guide’s relevance to your exam preparation.