#1
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of depression?
Persistent sadness or low mood
Increased energy levels
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
#2
What is the term for an emotional state characterized by a pervasive and persistent low mood?
Anxiety
Mania
Depression
Psychosis
#3
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Hypomania
Flashbacks or intrusive memories
Chronic fatigue
Social withdrawal
#4
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for suicide?
History of mental health disorders
Strong social support network
Substance abuse
Access to lethal means
#5
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Paranoia
Recurrent, intrusive thoughts or urges
Disorganized speech
Apathy
#6
What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Exploring past traumas
Identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors
Promoting medication adherence
Encouraging expressive arts therapy
#7
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
Excessive worry
Restlessness or feeling on edge
Hallucinations
Muscle tension
#8
What is the term for a psychological defense mechanism in which unacceptable thoughts, feelings, and impulses are transferred onto another person or object?
Projection
Regression
Rationalization
Sublimation
#9
What is the primary focus of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)?
Exploring past traumas
Identifying and changing negative thought patterns
Setting specific, achievable goals and finding solutions
Promoting medication adherence
#10
What is the term for a therapeutic approach that emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship and the client's self-determination?
Psychoanalysis
Existential therapy
Person-centered therapy
Gestalt therapy
#11
In social work practice, what is the purpose of conducting a psychosocial assessment?
To diagnose mental health disorders
To identify a client's strengths, needs, and resources
To prescribe medication
To provide counseling sessions
#12
In social work practice, what does the acronym HIPAA stand for?
Healthcare Information Privacy and Accountability Act
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Healthcare Integrity and Protection Authorization Act
Health Information Processing and Accountability Act
#13
What is the term for a set of ethical principles and standards that guide social work practice?
Code of Conduct
Social Work Guidelines
Ethical Framework
Professional Standards
#14
In social work practice, what does the acronym DSM-5 stand for?
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition
Department of Social Work Methods - Edition 5
Diagnostic Standard for Mental Disorders, Version 5
Directory of Social Work Methods, 5th Edition
#15
In social work practice, what does the acronym NASW stand for?
National Association of Social Workers
National Agency for Social Welfare
Network for Advocacy and Social Work
New Approach to Social Work