#1
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of depression?
Increased energy levels
ExplanationDepression is characterized by low energy levels.
#2
Which of the following is a common symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
Excessive worry
ExplanationGAD is characterized by excessive and uncontrollable worry.
#3
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Flashbacks to the traumatic event
ExplanationFlashbacks are a common symptom of PTSD.
#4
Which of the following is a common symptom of schizophrenia?
Hallucinations or delusions
ExplanationSchizophrenia often involves hallucinations or delusions.
#5
Which of the following is a symptom of borderline personality disorder (BPD)?
Intense and unstable relationships
ExplanationBPD often involves intense and unstable relationships.
#6
What is the primary purpose of conducting a risk assessment in behavioral health?
To identify potential harm and take preventive measures
ExplanationRisk assessments aim to anticipate and mitigate harm.
#7
Which of the following screening tools is commonly used for assessing substance abuse disorders?
CAGE questionnaire
ExplanationCAGE questionnaire is a common tool for substance abuse assessment.
#8
What is the primary purpose of the PHQ-9 questionnaire in behavioral health?
To screen for symptoms of depression
ExplanationPHQ-9 is used to screen for depression symptoms.
#9
Which of the following is NOT considered a protective factor in suicide prevention?
History of previous suicide attempts
ExplanationPrevious suicide attempts are not considered protective.
#10
What is the primary focus of motivational interviewing in behavioral health treatment?
To enhance motivation and commitment to change
ExplanationMotivational interviewing aims to boost motivation for change.
#11
What is the purpose of utilizing the DSM-5 in behavioral health practice?
To classify mental disorders for diagnosis
ExplanationDSM-5 helps classify mental disorders for diagnosis purposes.
#12
Which of the following factors is NOT typically assessed in a suicide risk assessment?
Marital status
ExplanationMarital status is typically not a focus of suicide risk assessment.
#13
What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in behavioral health treatment?
To improve coping skills and change negative patterns of thinking and behavior
ExplanationCBT aims to improve coping skills and cognitive patterns.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for diagnosing panic disorder according to the DSM-5?
Fear of social situations
ExplanationFear of social situations is not a criterion for panic disorder.
#15
What is the main goal of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in behavioral health treatment?
To improve emotion regulation and interpersonal skills
ExplanationDBT aims to enhance emotion regulation and interpersonal abilities.