#1
Which of the following is a defining characteristic of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Excessive fear of social situations
Persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) followed by ritualistic behaviors (compulsions)
Mood swings and emotional instability
Difficulty in distinguishing between reality and fantasy
#2
What is the primary symptom of schizophrenia?
Extreme mood swings
Persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
Hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking
Excessive worry and anxiety
#3
What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where a person experiences multiple distinct identities or personalities?
Dissociative identity disorder (DID)
Borderline personality disorder (BPD)
Schizoid personality disorder
Antisocial personality disorder (APD)
#4
What neurotransmitter is often associated with mood regulation and is commonly implicated in depression?
Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Acetylcholine
#5
Which of the following is a symptom of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)?
Avoidance of social situations
Fear of abandonment and unstable relationships
Excessive need for admiration and lack of empathy
Persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness
#6
What is the primary treatment approach for borderline personality disorder (BPD)?
Antidepressant medication
Exposure therapy
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
#7
What is the primary characteristic of a somatic symptom disorder?
Experiencing hallucinations and delusions
Experiencing physical symptoms that cannot be explained by medical conditions
Experiencing intense fear of social situations
Experiencing mood swings and emotional instability
#8
Which of the following is NOT a type of anxiety disorder?
Panic disorder
Bipolar disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder
Social anxiety disorder
#9
What is the main difference between a delusion and a hallucination in terms of abnormal psychology?
Delusions involve false beliefs, while hallucinations involve false sensory perceptions.
Delusions involve hearing voices, while hallucinations involve fixed beliefs.
Delusions are characterized by disorganized thoughts, while hallucinations involve mood swings.
Delusions are temporary, while hallucinations are permanent.
#10
Which of the following is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Excessive worry and anxiety
Persistent flashbacks and nightmares about a traumatic event
Unstable relationships and impulsive behaviors
A pervasive pattern of grandiosity and need for admiration
#11
What is anosognosia?
A type of phobia characterized by an irrational fear of social situations
A defense mechanism involving the refusal to acknowledge one's illness or impairments
A subtype of schizophrenia marked by disorganized speech and behavior
An anxiety disorder characterized by recurring, unwanted thoughts
#12
Which of the following is a common symptom of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults?
Excessive worry and rumination
Impulsivity and difficulty in concentrating
Persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
Excessive fear of social situations
#13
What is the primary characteristic of avoidant personality disorder (AvPD)?
Excessive need for admiration and lack of empathy
Persistent avoidance of social situations due to fear of rejection
Rapid mood swings from extreme happiness to extreme sadness
Persistent feelings of suspicion and mistrust
#14
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of narcissistic personality disorder?
Avoidance of social situations
Persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness
A pervasive pattern of grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy
Fear of abandonment and unstable relationships
#15
According to the DSM-5, what is the duration criteria for diagnosing a major depressive episode?
At least 1 week
At least 2 weeks
At least 1 month
At least 6 months
#16
Which of the following statements about bipolar disorder is accurate?
Bipolar disorder involves only episodes of depression.
Bipolar disorder is characterized by rapid mood swings from extreme happiness to extreme sadness.
Bipolar disorder is more common in women than in men.
Bipolar disorder is not treatable with medication.
#17
What is the primary difference between a phobia and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
Phobias involve excessive worry and anxiety about multiple life domains, while GAD involves irrational fear of specific objects or situations.
Phobias are characterized by avoidance of specific triggers, while GAD involves persistent, uncontrollable worry about various aspects of life.
Phobias are temporary and resolve on their own, while GAD is a chronic condition.
Phobias involve mood swings and emotional instability, while GAD involves persistent, unwanted thoughts.
#18
What is a common treatment approach for borderline personality disorder?
Antidepressant medication
Antipsychotic medication
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Exposure therapy
#19
Which of the following is a characteristic of schizotypal personality disorder?
A pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others
Disregard for social norms and rules, leading to deceitfulness and manipulation
Discomfort with close relationships and a restricted range of expression of emotions
Odd beliefs or magical thinking and eccentric behavior