#1
Which of the following is a mood disorder?
Bipolar disorder
ExplanationCharacterized by extreme highs (mania) and lows (depression) in mood.
#2
What is the primary symptom of social anxiety disorder?
Intense fear of being judged or evaluated by others
ExplanationFear of negative evaluation in social situations.
#3
Who developed the hierarchy of needs theory in psychology?
Abraham Maslow
ExplanationProposed a theory of human motivation.
#4
What is the main characteristic of a panic attack?
Intense fear and discomfort, often accompanied by physical symptoms
ExplanationSudden onset of overwhelming fear and physical symptoms.
#5
In the context of therapy, what does the acronym DBT stand for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
ExplanationFocuses on regulating emotions and improving interpersonal skills.
#6
Who proposed the theory of operant conditioning in psychology?
B.F. Skinner
ExplanationFocused on consequences of behavior.
#7
What is the primary characteristic of PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)?
Flashbacks
ExplanationIntrusive recollections of traumatic events.
#8
Who developed the psychoanalytic theory of personality?
Sigmund Freud
ExplanationFounder of psychoanalytic psychology, emphasizing unconscious conflicts.
#9
What is the primary focus of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in treating psychological disorders?
Changing maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors
ExplanationFocuses on modifying dysfunctional thinking and behaviors.
#10
Which neurotransmitter deficiency is linked to Parkinson's disease?
Dopamine
ExplanationAssociated with movement and reward processing.
#11
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with pleasure and reward?
Dopamine
ExplanationLinked to pleasure, reward, and addiction.
#12
Which approach in psychology emphasizes the role of unconscious conflicts in shaping behavior?
Psychoanalytic psychology
ExplanationFocuses on unconscious drives and conflicts.
#13
What neurotransmitter is commonly associated with mood regulation?
Serotonin
ExplanationPlays a crucial role in regulating mood.
#14
In the context of psychological disorders, what does the term 'comorbidity' refer to?
Co-occurrence of multiple disorders in an individual
ExplanationPresence of multiple psychological disorders simultaneously.
#15
Which psychological disorder is characterized by a distorted body image and an obsessive desire to lose weight?
Anorexia nervosa
ExplanationObsession with weight loss and distorted body image.
#16
What is a hallmark symptom of schizophrenia?
Delusions and hallucinations
ExplanationPresence of psychotic symptoms like delusions and hallucinations.
#17
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with feelings of pleasure and happiness?
Dopamine
ExplanationLinked to feelings of pleasure, reward, and happiness.
#18
What is the primary characteristic of antisocial personality disorder?
Impulsivity, deceitfulness, and lack of empathy
ExplanationDisregard for others' rights and societal norms.