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