#1
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Major Depressive Disorder?
Hypomania
Persistent low mood
Hallucinations
Hyperactivity
#2
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Rapid mood swings
Persistent intrusive thoughts
Impaired motor coordination
Hallucinations
#3
What is the primary characteristic of a panic attack?
Continuous feelings of sadness
Intense fear or discomfort with sudden onset
Lack of emotional expression
Impaired memory function
#4
What is the term for the experience of a person feeling detached from their own body or mental processes, often as if observing themselves from the outside?
Depersonalization
Derealization
Dissociation
Catatonia
#5
Which of the following is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Manic episodes
Flashbacks and nightmares
Antisocial behavior
Hypochondriasis
#6
What is the primary focus of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in treating anxiety disorders?
Exploring childhood traumas
Understanding unconscious conflicts
Changing maladaptive thought patterns
Administering medication
#7
In the context of abnormal psychology, what does the term 'comorbidity' refer to?
The presence of two or more psychological disorders in an individual
The co-occurrence of physical and psychological symptoms
The resistance to treatment
The severity of a single disorder
#8
What is the primary goal of exposure therapy in the treatment of phobias?
Identifying unconscious conflicts
Eliminating distorted thinking patterns
Gradual desensitization to feared stimuli
Prescribing medication
#9
In the context of abnormal psychology, what is a 'delusion'?
An irrational fear of specific objects or situations
A false belief that is resistant to reason or contrary to reality
A sudden and intense episode of extreme anxiety
A recurring and distressing thought
#10
Which neurotransmitter is associated with the regulation of mood and sleep-wake cycles?
Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Glutamate
#11
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with schizophrenia?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
Acetylcholine
#12
What is the purpose of the DSM-5 in the field of abnormal psychology?
To provide treatment recommendations
To classify and diagnose mental disorders
To conduct psychotherapy sessions
To administer psychological tests
#13
Which brain region is often implicated in the development of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
Amygdala
Hippocampus
Prefrontal cortex
Thalamus
#14
What distinguishes PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) from Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)?
Severity of symptoms
Duration of symptoms
Age of onset
Presence of flashbacks
#15
Which therapeutic approach emphasizes the importance of exploring unconscious conflicts and childhood experiences?
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Humanistic Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Existential Therapy