#1
Which of the following is a mood disorder?
Bipolar disorder
ExplanationMood swings between manic and depressive episodes.
#2
In the context of psychological disorders, what is agoraphobia?
Fear of open or public spaces
ExplanationFear of situations perceived as unsafe or embarrassing.
#3
Which psychological disorder is characterized by a sudden and overwhelming sense of terror and impending doom?
Panic disorder
ExplanationSudden onset of intense fear or discomfort.
#4
What is the primary characteristic of dissociative identity disorder (DID)?
Presence of multiple distinct identities
ExplanationCoexistence of two or more distinct personalities.
#5
What is the core feature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Impulsivity and inattention
ExplanationDifficulty sustaining attention and acting impulsively.
#6
What is the primary characteristic of antisocial personality disorder?
Lack of empathy and remorse
ExplanationAbsence of concern for others' feelings and guilt.
#7
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with depression?
Serotonin
ExplanationRegulates mood and emotional states.
#8
Which personality trait is associated with being organized, responsible, and reliable?
Conscientiousness
ExplanationTendency to act with self-discipline and planfulness.
#9
What is the primary characteristic of paranoid personality disorder?
Suspicion and mistrust of others
ExplanationExtreme distrust and skepticism of others' motives.
#10
What is the main feature of narcissistic personality disorder?
Grandiosity and lack of empathy
ExplanationInflated sense of self-importance and lack of empathy.
#11
What is the core feature of borderline personality disorder?
Extreme fear of abandonment
ExplanationIntense fear of being left alone.
#12
Which psychological disorder involves the experience of intense, irrational fears and avoidance of specific objects or situations?
Phobias
ExplanationPersistent, irrational fear leading to avoidance.
#13
Which neurotransmitter is associated with pleasure and reward, often implicated in addiction and mood disorders?
Dopamine
ExplanationRegulates pleasure, motivation, and reinforcement.
#14
What is the hallmark symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Repetitive behaviors and intrusive thoughts
ExplanationCompulsive actions to alleviate obsessive thoughts.
#15
What is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Flashbacks and intrusive memories
ExplanationRecurrent, distressing memories of traumatic events.