#1
Which of the following is a defining feature of a phobia?
A persistent fear that is excessive or unreasonable
ExplanationExcessive or unreasonable persistent fear.
#2
What is the primary characteristic of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Having intrusive and unwanted thoughts, and feeling compelled to perform repetitive behaviors
ExplanationIntrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors.
#3
Which neurotransmitter is often implicated in the development of depression?
Serotonin
ExplanationImplicated in depression development.
#4
What is the term for the perception of something that is not present in the external environment, such as hearing voices that others do not hear?
Hallucination
ExplanationPerceiving something not present, like hearing voices.
#5
What is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Hypervigilance
ExplanationHeightened vigilance as a symptom.
#6
Which of the following is an example of a dissociative disorder?
Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)
ExplanationDissociative Identity Disorder.
#7
What is the term for a psychological defense mechanism in which a person attributes their own unacceptable thoughts or feelings onto another person?
Projection
ExplanationAttributing unacceptable thoughts or feelings to others.
#8
What term describes the phenomenon where a person experiences intense fear and discomfort in social situations due to a fear of being scrutinized or judged by others?
Social phobia
ExplanationFear and discomfort in social situations due to scrutiny or judgment.
#9
Which of the following best describes the term 'neurodevelopmental disorders'?
Disorders that primarily affect intellectual abilities and adaptive functioning
ExplanationDisorders affecting intellectual abilities and adaptive functioning.
#10
What term describes the psychological defense mechanism where a person refuses to acknowledge the existence of a real situation or the feelings associated with it?
Denial
ExplanationRefusal to acknowledge real situations or associated feelings.
#11
Which of the following is a criticism of the medical model of abnormal psychology?
It focuses too much on biological factors and ignores psychological and social influences
ExplanationOveremphasis on biological factors, neglecting psychological and social influences.