#1
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of major depressive disorder?
Persistent sadness or low mood
Increased energy levels
Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
#2
What is a hallmark symptom of panic disorder?
Persistent sadness or low mood
Excessive worry about multiple life areas
Sudden and recurrent panic attacks
Compulsive behaviors
#3
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of schizophrenia?
Mood swings
Delusions
Compulsions
Hypochondria
#4
Which of the following is a core symptom of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Excessive worrying
Persistent sadness
Impulsivity
Compulsive behaviors
#5
What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Exploring childhood traumas
Identifying and changing negative thought patterns
Promoting relaxation techniques
Enhancing interpersonal skills
#6
Which of the following disorders is characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression?
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Borderline personality disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder
#7
What is the process of systematically desensitizing an individual to a feared object or situation called?
Cognitive restructuring
Exposure therapy
Systematic desensitization
Psychoanalysis
#8
What is the primary characteristic of antisocial personality disorder?
Excessive worrying and fearfulness
Impulsivity and disregard for others' rights
Extreme mood swings
Preoccupation with perfectionism
#9
Which therapeutic approach focuses on exploring unconscious conflicts and childhood experiences?
Humanistic therapy
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Psychoanalytic therapy
Interpersonal therapy
#10
Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed to treat anxiety disorders?
Lithium
SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)
Antipsychotics
Beta-blockers
#11
Which neurotransmitter is primarily implicated in schizophrenia?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
Norepinephrine
#12
What is the process of uncovering and exploring repressed memories or emotions in therapy called?
Cognitive restructuring
Exposure therapy
Free association
Rational emotive therapy
#13
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Intrusive memories or flashbacks
Persistent avoidance of reminders of the traumatic event
Excessive energy and restlessness
Hyperarousal and exaggerated startle response
#14
What is the primary neurotransmitter implicated in Alzheimer's disease?
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
Serotonin
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
#15
What is the primary neurotransmitter implicated in Parkinson's disease?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
Norepinephrine
#16
Which of the following disorders is characterized by persistent and excessive worry and anxiety?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Social anxiety disorder