Mental Health Disorders and Genetic Factors Quiz

Test your knowledge on depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, Alzheimer's, and more. Learn about genetic factors influencing mental health.

#1

Which of the following is a common symptom of depression?

Elevated mood
Excessive worry
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
Increased appetite
#2

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of anxiety disorders?

Excessive worry
Rapid heartbeat
Hypersomnia
Muscle tension
#3

Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of borderline personality disorder?

Persistent depressive mood
Paranoid delusions
Impulsivity and unstable relationships
Disorganized speech
#4

Which neurotransmitter is associated with feelings of pleasure and reward and is commonly implicated in addiction?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
Glutamate
#5

What is the term for a mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest in activities?

Anxiety disorder
Bipolar disorder
Depressive disorder
Psychotic disorder
#6

Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with schizophrenia?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
GABA
#7

What is the primary genetic factor contributing to bipolar disorder?

A single gene mutation
Multiple gene interactions
Inheritance of two recessive alleles
Chromosomal abnormality
#8

Which mental health disorder is characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizophrenia
#9

Which gene is commonly associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease?

APOE
BRCA1
TP53
HER2
#10

In schizophrenia, what is the term used to describe false beliefs that are firmly held despite being contradicted by reality?

Delusion
Hallucination
Disorganized thinking
Catatonia
#11

What percentage of individuals with a first-degree relative (parent or sibling) with schizophrenia are likely to develop the disorder?

10-15%
25-50%
75-80%
90-95%
#12

What percentage of individuals with bipolar disorder have a family history of the disorder?

10-15%
25-50%
50-60%
70-90%
#13

Which neurotransmitter deficiency is associated with depression?

Dopamine
Norepinephrine
Glutamate
Endorphins
#14

What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals with schizophrenia experience a loss of touch with reality?

Anhedonia
Alogia
Apathy
Psychosis
#15

Which of the following mental health disorders has the highest heritability estimate?

Major Depressive Disorder
Schizophrenia
Bipolar Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder

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