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1. Discuss the major categories of abnormal behaviors as classified by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)
2. Identify the characteristics of the major categories of abnormal behavior.

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neurodevelopmental disorder-

  • cant focus very well (Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder)
  • comes from early development (Autism spectrum disorder)
  • cant understand well, don't want to learn (Communication disorders)

bipolar disorder-

  • overly exited or even hyper (mania)
  • intense sadness, guilt, or fatigue (depressive episodes)

anxiety disorder-

  • being separated from a known figure or someone you love can result in (Separation anxiety disorder)
  • panic attacks (panic disorder)
  • fears of specific things or animals (specific phobias)
  • scared of being watched or judged (social anxiety disorder)

trauma and stresser-related disorder-

  • severe anxiety caused from natural disaster (Acute stress disorder)
  • sudden changes (adjustment disorder)
  • after a stressful life event a person can receive (Post-traumatic stress disorder)
  • as a child they can cut themselves off from others and social events but mostly adults this is known as (Reactive attachment disorder)

dissociative disorder-

  • not really knowing who you are (identity disorder)
  • almost being outside of your own body (derealization disorder)
  • loss of memory (Dissociative amnesia)

Good Luck! Hope this helps!


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