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Psychiatric Assessment and Mental Health Disorders Quiz

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Which of the following is a symptom of major depressive disorder?

Anhedonia

Explanation

Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed.

What is a common characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

Excessive worrying

Explanation

Persistent and excessive worry about a variety of topics.

What is the primary characteristic of a panic attack?

Sudden and intense fear or discomfort

Explanation

Abrupt onset of overwhelming fear or anxiety.

Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with anxiety disorders?

Serotonin

Explanation

Serotonin imbalance is implicated in the pathophysiology of anxiety disorders.

What is a characteristic symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

Persistent intrusive thoughts

Explanation

Recurrent and distressing intrusive thoughts, images, or urges.

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with schizophrenia?

Dopamine

Explanation

Imbalance in dopamine levels is linked to symptoms of schizophrenia.

What is anosognosia in the context of mental health?

Inability to recognize one's own mental illness

Explanation

Lack of awareness or insight into one's psychiatric condition.

What is the primary purpose of the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) in psychiatric assessment?

To screen for cognitive impairment

Explanation

Assessing cognitive function, including memory, attention, and language.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Paranoia

Explanation

Paranoia is not a typical symptom of ADHD.

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Which of the following is a common comorbidity with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

Substance use disorder

Explanation

Frequent co-occurrence of substance abuse alongside PTSD.

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

Unstable relationships

Explanation

Frequent fluctuations in interpersonal relationships.

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What is a key characteristic of avoidant personality disorder?

Fear of being criticized or rejected

Explanation

Persistent avoidance of social interaction due to fear of criticism or rejection.

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Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others?

Antisocial personality disorder

Explanation

Repeated disregard for the rights and feelings of others.

Psychiatric Assessment and Mental Health Disorders Quiz

Which of the following is a symptom of major depressive disorder?

What is a common characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

What is the primary characteristic of a panic attack?

Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with anxiety disorders?

What is a characteristic symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with schizophrenia?

What is anosognosia in the context of mental health?

What is the primary purpose of the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) in psychiatric assessment?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Which of the following is a common comorbidity with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

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

What is a key characteristic of avoidant personality disorder?

Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others?

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