#1
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of major depressive disorder?
Elevated mood
Persistent sadness or loss of interest
Excessive energy
Increased appetite
#2
What is the primary characteristic of a panic attack?
Excessive worrying about future events
Sudden, intense fear or discomfort, often accompanied by physical symptoms
Repetitive, intrusive thoughts
A persistent pattern of disregard for the rights of others
#3
What is a common characteristic of borderline personality disorder (BPD)?
Persistent fear of being alone
Unstable relationships, self-image, and emotions
Intrusive and uncontrollable thoughts
Excessive preoccupation with body image
#4
What is the primary characteristic of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Uncontrollable fits of laughter
Recurrent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions)
Excessive worrying about future events
Difficulty regulating attention and impulsive behavior
#5
What is the primary characteristic of bipolar disorder?
Persistent sadness or loss of interest
Extreme mood swings, including episodes of mania and depression
Recurrent, unexpected panic attacks
Uncontrollable fits of laughter
#6
What is the primary feature of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
Intense fear of specific objects or situations
Excessive worry and anxiety about a variety of events or activities
Episodes of sudden, intense fear and discomfort
Repeated, uncontrollable obsessions and compulsions
#7
In the context of psychological disorders, what does the term 'hallucination' refer to?
A false belief held despite strong evidence to the contrary
Experiencing sensations that are not present
A sudden, intense fear response to a specific trigger
Repetitive, ritualistic behaviors performed to reduce anxiety
#8
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with mood regulation and is implicated in mood disorders?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
#9
What is the term for a persistent, irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Phobia
Panic disorder
#10
Which neurotransmitter is associated with reward and pleasure and is often implicated in substance abuse disorders?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
Endorphins
#11
Which disorder is characterized by difficulty in regulating attention and impulsive behavior?
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
#12
What is the main distinction between delirium and dementia?
Delirium is a gradual decline in cognitive function, while dementia is a sudden onset of confusion.
Delirium is reversible, while dementia is irreversible.
Delirium is characterized by hallucinations, while dementia is not.
Delirium is a mood disorder, while dementia is a personality disorder.
#13
Which of the following is a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Persistent worry and tension
Recurrent, intrusive memories or nightmares about a traumatic event
Exaggerated sense of self-importance
Rapid mood swings
#14
What is anosognosia in the context of psychological disorders?
A type of mood disorder
Inability to recognize or acknowledge one's own illness or impairment
An anxiety disorder characterized by excessive worrying
A type of dissociative disorder
#15
Which disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks and persistent concerns about having more attacks?
Social anxiety disorder
Agoraphobia
Panic disorder
Specific phobia