Mental Health Awareness Quiz

Test your knowledge on mental health disorders, therapies, and key concepts in clinical psychology with these thought-provoking questions.

#1

What is the most common mental health disorder?

Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
#2

Which organization declared October 10th as World Mental Health Day?

World Health Organization (WHO)
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
World Economic Forum (WEF)
#3

What is the term for a persistent, excessive worry about everyday situations?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Social Anxiety Disorder
Panic Disorder
#4

Which neurotransmitter is associated with regulating mood, appetite, and sleep?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)
#5

What is the term for a chronic mood disorder characterized by periods of low energy and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities?

Schizophrenia
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Bipolar Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
#6

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

Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)
#7

What is the stigma associated with mental health, hindering people from seeking help?

Social anxiety
Self-doubt
Fear of judgment
Perfectionism
#8

What is the term for a sudden, intense feeling of fear or terror, often accompanied by physical symptoms?

Panic attack
Phobia
Obsession
Compulsion
#9

Which neurotransmitter plays a crucial role in regulating mood and sleep?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
Acetylcholine
#10

Which mental health condition is characterized by a distorted body image and an intense fear of gaining weight?

Bipolar disorder
Anorexia nervosa
Schizophrenia
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
#11

Who developed the hierarchy of needs, a theory that includes psychological and mental health needs?

Sigmund Freud
B.F. Skinner
Abraham Maslow
Carl Rogers
#12

What is the primary goal of mindfulness-based interventions in mental health?

Eliminate all negative thoughts
Increase impulsive behaviors
Cultivate present-moment awareness
Encourage excessive worrying
#13

Which therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors?

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychoanalytic therapy
Humanistic therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
#14

What is the term for a severe mood disorder that can cause extreme highs (mania) and lows (depression)?

Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Major depressive disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder
#15

In mental health terms, what does PTSD stand for?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Panic Disorder
Personality Disorder
Psychotic Disorder
#16

Which factor is NOT considered a protective factor for mental health?

Strong social support
Regular physical activity
Perfectionism
Access to healthcare
#17

Which mental health disorder is characterized by alternating periods of extreme energy and deep depression?

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Bipolar Disorder
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
#18

What is the term for the involuntary repetition of words, phrases, or actions, often seen in certain mental health disorders?

Echolalia
Catatonia
Mania
Agoraphobia
#19

In mental health terminology, what does the acronym DBT stand for?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Deep Brain Stimulation
Dream Analysis and Behavioral Techniques
Dual Diagnosis and Behavioral Treatment

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