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Abnormal Psychology and Behavior Quiz

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Which of the following is a neurotransmitter associated with mood regulation?

Serotonin

Explanation

Regulates mood.

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with pleasure and reward in the brain?

Dopamine

Explanation

Associated with pleasure and reward.

What is the term for a sudden and intense episode of extreme fear or discomfort?

Panic attack

Explanation

Sudden intense fear or discomfort.

Which psychological disorder is characterized by an extreme and irrational fear of specific objects or situations?

Phobia

Explanation

Extreme and irrational fear of specific objects or situations.

In the context of psychological testing, what does IQ stand for?

Intelligence Quotient

Explanation

Measure of intelligence.

What is the main characteristic of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

Excessive worry and anxiety about various aspects of life

Explanation

Excessive worry and anxiety.

Which psychological disorder is characterized by disruptions in perception, memory, or identity?

Schizophrenia

Explanation

Disruptions in perception, memory, or identity.

What is the term for the involuntary repetition of the same thoughts, phrases, or motor behaviors?

Tourette's Syndrome

Explanation

Involuntary repetition of thoughts, phrases, or behaviors.

What is the primary characteristic of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

Impulsivity and inattention

Explanation

Impulsivity and inattention.

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What is the primary characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

Impulsivity and unstable relationships

Explanation

Impulsivity and unstable relationships.

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What is the primary feature of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)?

Grandiosity and a lack of empathy

Explanation

Grandiosity and lack of empathy.

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Which therapeutic approach involves exposing individuals to the feared object or context without any danger?

Exposure Therapy

Explanation

Exposure to feared object or context.

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Which defense mechanism involves attributing one's undesirable traits to others?

Projection

Explanation

Attributing undesirable traits to others.

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Which psychotherapeutic approach emphasizes the importance of the unconscious mind and early childhood experiences?

Psychoanalysis

Explanation

Emphasizes unconscious mind and early childhood experiences.

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Which therapeutic approach focuses on changing irrational thoughts and beliefs to improve emotional well-being?

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Explanation

Focuses on changing irrational thoughts and beliefs.

Abnormal Psychology and Behavior Quiz

Which of the following is a neurotransmitter associated with mood regulation?

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with pleasure and reward in the brain?

What is the term for a sudden and intense episode of extreme fear or discomfort?

Which psychological disorder is characterized by an extreme and irrational fear of specific objects or situations?

In the context of psychological testing, what does IQ stand for?

What is the main characteristic of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

Which psychological disorder is characterized by disruptions in perception, memory, or identity?

What is the term for the involuntary repetition of the same thoughts, phrases, or motor behaviors?

What is the primary characteristic of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

What is the primary characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

What is the primary feature of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)?

Which therapeutic approach involves exposing individuals to the feared object or context without any danger?

Which defense mechanism involves attributing one's undesirable traits to others?

Which psychotherapeutic approach emphasizes the importance of the unconscious mind and early childhood experiences?

Which therapeutic approach focuses on changing irrational thoughts and beliefs to improve emotional well-being?

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