#1
Which of the following best defines abnormal psychology?
The study of normal human behavior
The study of unusual or atypical behavior, emotions, and thoughts
The study of supernatural phenomena
The study of ancient psychological theories
#2
Which neurotransmitter is often implicated in mood disorders such as depression?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
Norepinephrine
#3
What is the term for a sudden, intense, and often debilitating experience of anxiety or fear, accompanied by physical symptoms?
Phobia
Panic attack
Generalized anxiety
Obsession
#4
What is the term for a persistent and irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity?
Panic disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder
Phobia
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
#5
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with regulating mood and is implicated in mood disorders?
Dopamine
Serotonin
GABA
Endorphins
#6
What is a common criterion used to define abnormal behavior?
Uniqueness
Cultural relativism
Deviance
Creativity
#7
According to the biopsychosocial model, abnormal behavior is influenced by:
Biological, psychological, and social factors
Biological and psychological factors only
Psychological and social factors only
Biological factors only
#8
What is the primary goal of psychotherapy in treating mental disorders?
Eliminate all symptoms immediately
Gain insight into the underlying causes and develop coping skills
Prescribe medication for symptom relief
Apply behavioral interventions only
#9
In the context of psychological assessments, what does the term 'reliability' refer to?
Consistency and stability of measurement
Validity of the assessment tool
Accuracy of the assessment
Sensitivity to change
#10
Which defense mechanism involves attributing one's undesirable thoughts or feelings to others?
Denial
Projection
Rationalization
Displacement
#11
What is the primary focus of the DSM-5 in abnormal psychology?
Theoretical perspectives
Psychological treatment approaches
Diagnostic criteria and classification of mental disorders
Historical perspectives
#12
Which psychological perspective emphasizes the role of unconscious conflicts in abnormal behavior?
Cognitive perspective
Behavioral perspective
Psychodynamic perspective
Humanistic perspective
#13
What is the term for the phenomenon where a person experiences physical symptoms without any underlying medical cause?
Psychosomatic disorder
Somatic symptom disorder
Conversion disorder
Hypochondriasis
#14
According to the diathesis-stress model, the development of a mental disorder is influenced by:
Biological predisposition and environmental stressors
Psychological trauma only
Social factors exclusively
Cognitive distortions and faulty thinking patterns
#15
Which therapeutic approach focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and beliefs?
Psychodynamic therapy
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Humanistic therapy
Existential therapy