Theoretical Perspectives on Abnormal Behavior

The General Nature of Theories

Levels of Theories

Testing Theories: The Null Hypothesis

The Search for Causes
1) Explain the Etiology
2) Identify the factors that maintain the Behavior
3) Predict the course of the Disorder
4) Design Effective Treatment

Biological Models

The Role of the PNS

The Role of the Endocrine System

The Role of the CNS

Genetic and Behavior

Psychosocial Theories

Cognitive Theories

Socio-Cultural Influences

Behavioral Theories

Humanistic and Existential Theories

Psychodynamic Theories

Psychosexual Stage of Development

Defense Mechanisms

Structure of Personality

Freud's Influence

Levels of Consciousness

Conditioning Accounts

Social Learning Theories

Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Theory and Therapy

Humanistic Views

Existential Views

Social Support

Gender

Stigma

Race and Poverty

Integrative Theories

Diathesis-Stress Perspective

Biopsychosocial Model

Systems Theory