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Factors Influencing Mental Health Quiz

#1

Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing mental health?

Weather
Explanation

Environmental factor, not directly linked to mental health.

#2

Which of the following is a symptom of depression?

Fatigue
Explanation

Persistent tiredness and lack of energy, common in depression.

#3

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

Euphoria
Explanation

PTSD involves distressing symptoms, not euphoria.

#4

Which of the following is a symptom of anxiety disorders?

Rapid heartbeat
Explanation

Physiological arousal, such as increased heart rate, is common in anxiety.

#5

Which of the following is a key factor in resilience?

Positive self-concept
Explanation

Belief in one's abilities and worthiness promotes resilience.

#6

Which of the following is a protective factor for mental health?

Healthy coping mechanisms
Explanation

Healthy strategies that help individuals manage stress and adversity.

#7

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with feelings of happiness and pleasure?

Dopamine
Explanation

Dopamine plays a key role in reward-motivated behavior.

#8

What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals experience significant distress or impairment due to a fear of being judged or scrutinized by others?

Social anxiety disorder
Explanation

Intense fear of social situations, leading to avoidance.

#9

What is the term for a disorder characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression?

Bipolar disorder
Explanation

Cycles of extreme mood swings, from highs to lows.

#10

Which type of therapy focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors?

Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Explanation

Addresses dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors, promoting change.

#11

What is the term for a state of profound apathy and inability to initiate action?

Catatonia
Explanation

Catatonia involves a lack of responsiveness and movement.

#12

Which psychological theory suggests that individuals seek to fulfill their basic needs in a hierarchical order?

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Explanation

Proposes that people fulfill physiological needs before higher-level needs.

#13

In which stage of Erik Erikson's psychosocial development does a sense of purpose and direction typically emerge?

Generativity vs. Stagnation
Explanation

Occurs in adulthood, involving contributing to society.

#14

What term describes a psychological defense mechanism where a person refuses to accept reality?

Denial
Explanation

Refusal to acknowledge or accept unpleasant realities.

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