Psychology


Psychological Disorders

Instructions

Choose one of the psychological disorders discussed this week and answer the following questions:

  • Briefly describe the criteria that qualify it as a disorder.
  • What kinds of medical treatment(s) are recommended for this disorder?
  • Discuss the cultural views of this disorder (any stigma or societal views?).
  • Now that you have an understanding of the different theoretical perspectives, compare and contrast two different perspectives (such as psychodynamic and behaviorism) on how this disorder is viewed and how it would be best treated.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.