#1
Which of the following is a symptom of anxiety disorder?
Excessive worry
ExplanationAnxiety disorder manifests with overwhelming concern or fear about future events.
#2
What is the most common type of mood disorder?
Bipolar disorder
ExplanationBipolar disorder involves cycles of manic and depressive episodes.
#3
Which of the following is a common symptom of panic disorder?
Intense fear or discomfort with sudden onset
ExplanationPanic disorder involves sudden and intense episodes of fear or discomfort.
#4
What is the primary characteristic of social anxiety disorder (social phobia)?
Intense fear of social situations and scrutiny by others
ExplanationSocial anxiety disorder is characterized by fear of social interactions and judgment.
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
Excessive worry about a variety of things
ExplanationGAD involves persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life.
#6
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with depression?
Serotonin
ExplanationSerotonin imbalance is linked to depressive symptoms.
#7
What is the primary characteristic of borderline personality disorder?
Impulsivity
ExplanationBorderline personality disorder is marked by impulsive behavior and unstable relationships.
#8
What is the primary characteristic of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors
ExplanationOCD is characterized by persistent unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors.
#9
Which of the following is a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Flashbacks and nightmares
ExplanationPTSD often involves reliving traumatic events through flashbacks and nightmares.
#10
What is the primary characteristic of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity
ExplanationADHD is marked by difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior.
#11
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of schizophrenia?
Mood swings
ExplanationSchizophrenia typically doesn't involve mood swings, but rather hallucinations and delusions.
#12
Which of the following is NOT a type of eating disorder?
Narcissistic personality disorder
ExplanationNarcissistic personality disorder is a distinct condition not classified as an eating disorder.
#13
What is the primary characteristic of dissociative identity disorder (DID)?
Multiple distinct identities or personality states
ExplanationDID involves the presence of two or more distinct personality states.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of bipolar disorder?
Persistent sadness
ExplanationWhile sadness may occur, it's not the defining characteristic of bipolar disorder, which involves manic and depressive episodes.
#15
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of borderline personality disorder?
Manic episodes
ExplanationBorderline personality disorder is not typically associated with manic episodes, which are more characteristic of bipolar disorder.