These are notes from Abnormal Psychology Class. The notes and definitions would help anyone taking this or a similar class, or even general psychology. Lots of definitions here.

Chapter 1 Key Terms Psychopathology The field concerned with the nature and development of mental disorders. Normal Curve A type of population distribution which depicts the majority of people being in the middle as far as any particular characteristic is concerned. Clinicians The various professionals authorized to provide psychological services. Clinical psychologist Requires a Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree. Diagnosis Techniques necessary to determine that a patient's symptoms or problems indicate a particular disorder. Psychotherapy …

…and blocks circulation. Stroke ( Apoplexy ) The loss of consciousness and control that is lost due to cerebral thrombosis. Cerebral hemorrhage A blood vessel ruptures because of a weakness in its wall, damaging the brain tissue on which the blood spills. Frequently associated with hypertension. Aphasia Disturbance of the ability to use words. Delirium Being off track or deviating from the individual's usual state. Paraphrenia Schizophrenia makes an appearance for the first time in older adults.