DeVry PSYC 110 Week 7 Discussion (2014)

Week 7: Psychological Disorders and
Therapy – Discussion

Psychological
Disorders (graded)
Despite the best efforts of psychologists,
psychiatrists, and medical researchers, psychological disorders appear to be as
prevalent today as they ever were—if not more so. What might be the cause of
this phenomenon? Inadequate genetic makeup? Inadequate parenting? Inadequate
social structures? What is different in our culture today than in previous
generations? Please provide support for your opinion.
Theories of
Therapy (graded)
At some point in your life you may think you need
therapy. At some point in your life, you may think a coworker or a family
member needs therapy. Should you find yourself in that situation, which type of
therapy would you recommend for another person or yourself: psychoanalysis,
cognitive, humanistic, group, behavioral, or biomedical (medication or
surgery)? Why? (If you would recommend no treatment for yourself or a coworker,
please explain your rationale for this.)