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Concepts in Abnormal Psychology Quiz

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Major Depressive Disorder?

Persistent low mood

Explanation

Key feature of Major Depressive Disorder.

Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

Persistent intrusive thoughts

Explanation

Common manifestation in OCD.

What is the primary characteristic of a panic attack?

Intense fear or discomfort with sudden onset

Explanation

Sudden, overwhelming fear.

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

Explanation

Feeling detached from oneself.

Which of the following is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

Flashbacks and nightmares

Explanation

Re-experiencing traumatic events.

What is the primary focus of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in treating anxiety disorders?

Changing maladaptive thought patterns

Explanation

CBT aims to modify unhealthy thinking patterns.

In the context of abnormal psychology, what does the term 'comorbidity' refer to?

The presence of two or more psychological disorders in an individual

Explanation

Co-occurrence of multiple psychological disorders.

What is the primary goal of exposure therapy in the treatment of phobias?

Gradual desensitization to feared stimuli

Explanation

Systematic reduction of phobic responses.

In the context of abnormal psychology, what is a 'delusion'?

A false belief that is resistant to reason or contrary to reality

Explanation

False, fixed belief despite evidence to the contrary.

#10

Which neurotransmitter is associated with the regulation of mood and sleep-wake cycles?

Serotonin

Explanation

Regulates mood, sleep, and other functions.

#11

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with schizophrenia?

Dopamine

Explanation

Implicated in the neurobiology of schizophrenia.

#12

What is the purpose of the DSM-5 in the field of abnormal psychology?

To classify and diagnose mental disorders

Explanation

Standardizes classification and diagnosis of mental disorders.

#13

Which brain region is often implicated in the development of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

Amygdala

Explanation

Amygdala dysfunction associated with BPD.

#14

What distinguishes PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) from Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)?

Duration of symptoms

Explanation

Timeframe of symptom persistence.

#15

Which therapeutic approach emphasizes the importance of exploring unconscious conflicts and childhood experiences?

Psychodynamic Therapy

Explanation

Focuses on unconscious processes and early experiences.

Concepts in Abnormal Psychology Quiz

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Major Depressive Disorder?

Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

What is the primary characteristic of a panic attack?

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?

Which of the following is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

What is the primary focus of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in treating anxiety disorders?

In the context of abnormal psychology, what does the term 'comorbidity' refer to?

What is the primary goal of exposure therapy in the treatment of phobias?

In the context of abnormal psychology, what is a 'delusion'?

Which neurotransmitter is associated with the regulation of mood and sleep-wake cycles?

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with schizophrenia?

What is the purpose of the DSM-5 in the field of abnormal psychology?

Which brain region is often implicated in the development of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

What distinguishes PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) from Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)?

Which therapeutic approach emphasizes the importance of exploring unconscious conflicts and childhood experiences?

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