#1
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of anxiety?
Elevated mood
ExplanationAnxiety typically involves feelings of worry, fear, and nervousness, not elevated mood.
#2
What is the term used to describe a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest?
Depression
ExplanationDepression is characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities.
#3
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Flashbacks
ExplanationPTSD often involves re-experiencing traumatic events through flashbacks.
#4
What is the term for a sudden, intense fear or discomfort accompanied by physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, sweating, and trembling?
Panic attack
ExplanationPanic attacks are sudden episodes of intense fear or discomfort with physical symptoms.
#5
Which of the following is a symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Excessive handwashing
ExplanationOCD often involves repetitive behaviors such as excessive handwashing.
#6
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with pleasure and reward?
Dopamine
ExplanationDopamine is often linked to pleasure, reward, and motivation.
#7
What is the term for a psychological defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own undesirable traits onto others?
Projection
ExplanationProjection involves attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts or feelings to others.
#8
What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
To change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors
ExplanationCBT aims to identify and change negative patterns of thinking and behavior.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing schizophrenia?
High socioeconomic status
ExplanationHigh socioeconomic status is not typically associated with an increased risk of schizophrenia.
#10
What is the primary neurotransmitter associated with mood regulation and sleep-wake cycles?
Serotonin
ExplanationSerotonin plays a key role in regulating mood and sleep-wake cycles.
#11
What is the term for a mental health disorder characterized by instability in mood, behavior, and self-image, often leading to impulsive actions and unstable relationships?
Borderline personality disorder
ExplanationBorderline personality disorder (BPD) involves instability in mood, behavior, and relationships.
#12
What is the term for a phenomenon where individuals experience a persistent belief despite evidence to the contrary?
Delusion
ExplanationDelusions are persistent beliefs that are not based on reality.
#13
What is the term for a severe mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, and behavior?
Schizophrenia
ExplanationSchizophrenia involves disturbances in thinking, perception, emotions, and behavior.
#14
Which of the following neurotransmitters is implicated in both depression and the regulation of sleep?
Serotonin
ExplanationSerotonin is involved in mood regulation and also plays a role in sleep.
#15
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of dissociative identity disorder (DID)?
Memory loss
ExplanationMemory loss is a characteristic symptom of dissociative identity disorder (DID).