#1
Which of the following is a characteristic of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Excessive fear of social situations
Persistent thoughts or urges that cause distress
Inability to experience pleasure
Extreme mood swings
#2
What is the primary symptom of Schizophrenia?
Excessive worrying
Hallucinations and delusions
Mood swings
Chronic sadness
#3
What is the main symptom of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
Excessive sleepiness
Impulsivity and difficulty paying attention
Excessive fear of social situations
Hallucinations and delusions
#4
Which of the following is a characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder?
Persistent thoughts or urges that cause distress
Extreme mood swings and unstable relationships
Excessive worrying
Inability to experience pleasure
#5
What is a common treatment approach for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Exposure and response prevention therapy
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
Psychoanalysis
Group therapy
#6
Which of the following disorders is characterized by sudden, intense episodes of fear and physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, sweating, and trembling?
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Panic Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
#7
According to the DSM-5, what is the main difference between Bipolar I Disorder and Bipolar II Disorder?
Bipolar I involves more severe depressive episodes
Bipolar II involves more severe manic episodes
Bipolar I does not involve depressive episodes
Bipolar II does not involve manic episodes
#8
Which of the following disorders is characterized by a persistent pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others?
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Dependent Personality Disorder
Schizoid Personality Disorder
#9
Which of the following is a symptom of Major Depressive Disorder?
Excessive sleepiness
Persistent low mood and loss of interest or pleasure
Hallucinations and delusions
Impulsivity and difficulty paying attention
#10
What is the primary characteristic of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
Persistent low mood
Repeated, intrusive memories or nightmares of a traumatic event
Extreme fear of social situations
Impulsivity and difficulty paying attention
#11
Which of the following is a criticism of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)?
It lacks specificity in diagnosing disorders
It is too focused on biological causes of disorders
It does not include enough disorders
It is too lengthy and difficult to understand
#12
What is a criticism often leveled against the medical model of mental illness?
It fails to consider biological factors
It overly pathologizes normal behavior
It lacks empirical support
It is too simplistic
#13
Which of the following is a criticism often directed at the concept of 'mental illness'?
It neglects the importance of biological factors
It stigmatizes individuals and normalizes social problems
It oversimplifies the complexity of human behavior
It relies too heavily on subjective experiences
#14
Which of the following is a criticism of the biomedical model of mental illness?
It neglects the role of genetics in mental disorders
It pathologizes normal variations in behavior
It lacks empirical evidence
It emphasizes social and environmental factors too much
#15
Which of the following is a criticism of the use of psychiatric medications in treating mental disorders?
They are too expensive for most people to afford
They often produce unwanted side effects and may not address underlying issues
They are not effective in treating severe mental illnesses
They are overprescribed and lead to drug dependency