All Flashcards
What is Behavior Modification?
Uses reinforcement to encourage desired behaviors and discourages unwanted ones.
What is Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy?
Uses virtual reality to simulate anxiety-provoking situations.
What is Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)?
Challenges irrational beliefs.
What is Client-Centered Therapy?
The client leads the therapy session; the therapist provides support and empathy.
What is Self-Actualization?
The goal of reaching one's full potential.
What is Insight in Psychodynamic therapy?
Bringing unconscious thoughts into conscious awareness.
What is Resistance in Psychodynamic therapy?
Mental blocks that prevent the client from discussing certain topics.
What is Interpretation in Psychodynamic therapy?
The therapist's explanation of the client's resistance and unconscious conflicts.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
Challenges negative thoughts and promotes positive behaviors.
What are Cultural Norms in Sociocultural Psychology?
Understanding how societal expectations influence behavior and mental health.
What is the general process of Systematic Desensitization?
Create anxiety hierarchy, learn relaxation techniques, pair relaxation with each step of the hierarchy.
What is the process of Cognitive Restructuring?
Identify negative thoughts, challenge the evidence for those thoughts, replace them with more balanced thoughts.
What is the effect of cultural stigma on mental health treatment?
It can prevent individuals from seeking help due to fear of judgment or discrimination.
What is the effect of socioeconomic status on access to mental health treatment?
Lower socioeconomic status can limit access to affordable and quality mental health services.