Behavioral Health Disorders and Medications Quiz

Test your knowledge of psychopharmacology with questions on depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, and more.

#1

Which of the following is a symptom of depression?

Elevated mood
Persistent sadness
Excessive energy
Increased appetite
#2

Which of the following is a common symptom of schizophrenia?

Mood swings
Hallucinations
Muscle weakness
Social anxiety
#3

Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with anxiety disorders?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
Endorphins
#4

Which medication is typically used to treat bipolar disorder?

SSRIs
Lithium
Benzodiazepines
Tricyclic antidepressants
#5

Which class of medications is commonly used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Antipsychotics
Benzodiazepines
Stimulants
Mood stabilizers
#6

What is a potential side effect of long-term benzodiazepine use?

Weight gain
Hypertension
Tolerance and dependence
Insomnia
#7

Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
Glutamate
#8

What is a common side effect of antipsychotic medications?

Increased appetite
Sedation
Low blood pressure
Reduced heart rate
#9

What is the primary mechanism of action of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?

Increasing dopamine levels
Blocking serotonin reuptake
Increasing GABA levels
Blocking norepinephrine reuptake
#10

Which behavioral health disorder is characterized by persistent, irrational fears and avoidance of specific objects or situations?

Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder
Panic disorder
Phobia
#11

Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
GABA
#12

What is a common characteristic of borderline personality disorder (BPD)?

Persistent delusions
Impulsivity and unstable relationships
Lack of emotion
Rigidity in thought patterns
#13

What is the primary mechanism of action of atypical antipsychotic medications?

Blocking dopamine receptors
Increasing serotonin levels
Blocking norepinephrine reuptake
Blocking acetylcholine receptors
#14

Which mental health disorder is characterized by persistent and intrusive thoughts, impulses, or images?

Schizophrenia
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Bipolar disorder
Antisocial personality disorder

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