Key Takeaways
Lesson Description
Key Takeaways
• Stress affects both physical and mental health.
• Psychological disorders are diagnosed using standardized criteria.
• Anxiety, mood, schizophrenia spectrum, and personality disorders are major categories.
• Treatment includes psychotherapy, medication, and lifestyle interventions.
• Psychological well-being involves biological, psychological, and social factors.
Must Know Concepts
• Stress Response
• Anxiety Disorders
• Mood Disorders
• Schizophrenia Spectrum
• Personality Disorders
• Psychotherapy
• Biomedical Therapy
Must Know Vocabulary
Stress
General Adaptation Syndrome
Anxiety Disorder
Major Depressive Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
AP Exam Focus
• Identify symptoms of major psychological disorders.
• Compare psychological treatments.
• Explain the relationship between stress and health.