#1
Which of the following is a symptom of schizophrenia?
Mood swings
Delusions
Insomnia
Social anxiety
#2
What is the primary characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
Persistent worry and tension
Hallucinations
Mood swings
Impulsive behavior
#3
What is the primary symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Excessive sleep
Flashbacks and nightmares
Hyperactivity
Increased appetite
#4
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of borderline personality disorder (BPD)?
Inflexibility in thought patterns
Fear of abandonment
Apathy
Lack of emotion
#5
Which disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others?
Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Panic disorder
Histrionic personality disorder
#6
Which psychological disorder is characterized by extreme mood swings from manic episodes to depressive episodes?
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Major depressive disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
#7
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of panic disorder?
Persistent sadness
Sudden and intense episodes of fear or discomfort
Excessive worry about many different things
Persistent thoughts of harming oneself
#8
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with depression?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
Endorphins
#9
What is a hallmark symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Paranoia
Flashbacks
Intrusive thoughts
Manic episodes
#10
Which of the following is NOT a subtype of schizophrenia according to DSM-5?
Paranoid
Disorganized
Schizotypal
Somatization
#11
Which neurotransmitter deficiency is linked to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
GABA
Norepinephrine
Glutamate
Oxytocin
#12
What is the primary feature of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)?
Fear of public speaking
Obsession with weight loss
Preoccupation with perceived flaws in physical appearance
Obsessive cleaning rituals
#13
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?
Difficulty with social communication and interaction
Repetitive behaviors or interests
Inflexibility in thought patterns
Hyperactivity
#14
What is a primary characteristic of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)?
Avoidance of social situations
Extreme fear of abandonment
Grandiosity and exaggerated self-importance
Preoccupation with orderliness and perfectionism
#15
Which psychological disorder is characterized by a split in identity or dissociation?
Bipolar disorder
Dissociative identity disorder (DID)
Borderline personality disorder
Schizoaffective disorder
#16
What is the primary feature of avoidant personality disorder (AVPD)?
Excessive attention-seeking behavior
Grandiose sense of self
Persistent avoidance of social situations due to fear of criticism or rejection
Intrusive thoughts
#17
What is a key characteristic of schizophrenia that involves false beliefs not based on reality?
Hallucinations
Delusions
Disorganized speech
Catatonia
#18
What is a characteristic feature of dissociative amnesia?
Excessive worry about many different things
Sudden, unexpected episodes of intense fear
Inability to recall important personal information, often related to a traumatic event
Recurrent, intrusive memories or flashbacks
#19
Which disorder is characterized by the repetitive pulling out of one's hair?
Trichotillomania
Body dysmorphic disorder
Hoarding disorder
Intermittent explosive disorder