Common Psychological Disorders Quiz

Test your knowledge on common psychological disorders including anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and treatments like CBT and medication.

#1

Which of the following is a common symptom of generalized anxiety disorder?

Excessive worry and fear about specific situations
Sudden episodes of intense fear and panic
Persistent, excessive worrying about everyday things
Hallucinations and delusions
#2

What is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

Intense fear of social situations
Intrusive memories, nightmares, and flashbacks
Mood swings
Excessive worrying about specific situations
#3

Which eating disorder is characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors such as vomiting or excessive exercise?

Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge eating disorder
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
#4

What is the primary characteristic of schizophrenia?

Extreme mood swings
Intense fear of social situations
Distorted perception of reality, hallucinations, and delusions
Compulsive rituals and obsessions
#5

Which eating disorder is characterized by severe restrictions on food intake, resulting in significantly low body weight?

Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge eating disorder
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
#6

What characterizes major depressive disorder?

Extreme mood swings
Persistent sad, anxious, or 'empty' mood
Intense fear of social situations
Impaired motor coordination
#7

Which psychological disorder is characterized by a distorted perception of reality, hallucinations, and delusions?

Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder
#8

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with mood regulation and is implicated in depression?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
Endorphins
#9

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

Elevated mood and energy
Intense, unstable relationships and self-image
Intrusive thoughts and compulsions
Impaired memory and cognitive function
#10

What is the primary characteristic of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Excessive sleeping
Impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention
Persistent sadness and hopelessness
Social withdrawal and isolation
#11

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with reward and pleasure, and is implicated in addiction?

Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Norepinephrine
#12

What is a common treatment approach for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

Antidepressant medications
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
Antipsychotic medications
Exposure and response prevention (ERP)
#13

Which anxiety disorder involves an intense, irrational fear of a specific object or situation?

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Social anxiety disorder
Specific phobia
Panic disorder
#14

Which disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks?

Agoraphobia
Social anxiety disorder
Panic disorder
Specific phobia
#15

What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in treating psychological disorders?

Exploring unconscious thoughts and memories
Modifying maladaptive thoughts and behaviors
Enhancing emotional expression
Administering medication interventions
#16

What is a common symptom of social anxiety disorder?

Excessive worry about specific situations
Intense fear of heights
Fear of being negatively evaluated by others
Compulsive rituals and obsessions
#17

Which disorder is characterized by the persistent avoidance of social situations due to fear of negative evaluation or embarrassment?

Panic disorder
Social anxiety disorder
Agoraphobia
Obsessive-compulsive disorder

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