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Psychological Disorders and Criteria for Diagnosis Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Major Depressive Disorder?

Grandiose delusions

Explanation

A symptom not typically associated with MDD.

What is a hallmark symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

Persistent worry or anxiety about a number of areas

Explanation

Persistent, generalized worry or anxiety.

What is the primary characteristic of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

Repeated unwanted thoughts and behaviors

Explanation

Characterized by repetitive unwanted thoughts and actions.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

Dissociative identity shifts

Explanation

Not a typical symptom of PTSD.

Which of the following is a symptom of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

Inattention and impulsivity

Explanation

Characterized by inattention and impulsivity.

What is a characteristic feature of Schizotypal Personality Disorder?

Magical thinking and peculiar perceptions

Explanation

Features magical thinking and unusual perceptions.

Which disorder is characterized by disruptions in the integration of consciousness, memory, identity, emotion, perception, body representation, motor control, and behavior?

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)

Explanation

Disruptions in multiple aspects of psychological functioning.

According to the DSM-5, how long must symptoms persist to diagnose someone with Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)?

At least 2 years

Explanation

Symptoms must persist for a minimum of 2 years.

What is a common characteristic of a panic attack?

A sudden surge of intense fear or discomfort

Explanation

Characterized by sudden, intense fear.

#10

Which neurotransmitter is implicated in the regulation of mood and is often associated with depression?

Serotonin

Explanation

Linked to mood regulation and often implicated in depression.

#11

Which disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks followed by at least one month of persistent concern about having another panic attack?

Panic Disorder

Explanation

Characterized by recurrent panic attacks and fear of future attacks.

#12

What is a key feature of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Impairments in social communication and interaction

Explanation

Characterized by social communication and interaction impairments.

#13

Which of the following neurotransmitters is commonly associated with schizophrenia?

Dopamine

Explanation

Commonly implicated neurotransmitter in schizophrenia.

#14

What is the primary characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

Extreme fear of abandonment

Explanation

Characterized by a profound fear of abandonment.

#15

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the regulation of sleep, mood, and appetite, and its dysregulation is linked to depression?

Serotonin

Explanation

Regulates sleep, mood, and appetite, associated with depression.

#16

Which neurotransmitter is implicated in the regulation of pleasure, reward, and addiction, and its dysregulation is associated with various psychiatric disorders?

Dopamine

Explanation

Regulates pleasure, reward, and addiction; linked to psychiatric disorders.

#17

Which neurotransmitter is associated with the modulation of pain, mood, and sleep, and its dysregulation is implicated in depression and chronic pain conditions?

Endorphins

Explanation

Modulates pain, mood, and sleep; implicated in depression.

Psychological Disorders and Criteria for Diagnosis Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Major Depressive Disorder?

What is a hallmark symptom of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

What is the primary characteristic of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

Which of the following is a symptom of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?

What is a characteristic feature of Schizotypal Personality Disorder?

Which disorder is characterized by disruptions in the integration of consciousness, memory, identity, emotion, perception, body representation, motor control, and behavior?

According to the DSM-5, how long must symptoms persist to diagnose someone with Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)?

What is a common characteristic of a panic attack?

Which neurotransmitter is implicated in the regulation of mood and is often associated with depression?

Which disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks followed by at least one month of persistent concern about having another panic attack?

What is a key feature of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Which of the following neurotransmitters is commonly associated with schizophrenia?

What is the primary characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the regulation of sleep, mood, and appetite, and its dysregulation is linked to depression?

Which neurotransmitter is implicated in the regulation of pleasure, reward, and addiction, and its dysregulation is associated with various psychiatric disorders?

Which neurotransmitter is associated with the modulation of pain, mood, and sleep, and its dysregulation is implicated in depression and chronic pain conditions?

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