Psychological Disorders Classification Quiz

Test your knowledge of psychopathology with questions on classification systems, symptoms, and treatments. Explore schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, and more.

#1

Which of the following is not a major category in the DSM-5?

Anxiety Disorders
Mood Disorders
Developmental Disorders
Personality Disorders
#2

Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of schizophrenia?

Hallucinations
Persistent sadness
Excessive worry
Obsessions and compulsions
#3

What is the primary characteristic of a dissociative identity disorder (DID)?

Memory loss
Paranoia
Delusions
Multiple distinct identities
#4

Which of the following is a symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

Incoherent speech
Repetitive behaviors
Hallucinations
Apathy
#5

Which of the following is a characteristic of a major depressive episode?

Elevated mood
Grandiose delusions
Decreased energy
Hyperactivity
#6

Who is credited with the creation of the first modern classification system for mental disorders?

Sigmund Freud
Ivan Pavlov
Emil Kraepelin
Carl Jung
#7

Which edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) introduced the multiaxial system?

DSM-I
DSM-II
DSM-III
DSM-IV
#8

In the DSM-5, what term is used to describe disorders characterized by excessive fear or anxiety?

Stress Disorders
Mood Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Psychotic Disorders
#9

Which of the following is a core feature of narcissistic personality disorder?

Avoidance of social situations
Excessive need for reassurance
Sense of entitlement
Fear of criticism
#10

Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with the regulation of mood?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
Endorphins
#11

What is the purpose of the Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF) scale in DSM-IV?

To assess intellectual functioning
To assess physical health
To assess social functioning
To assess overall psychological functioning
#12

Which classification system is primarily used for coding and billing purposes in the United States?

International Classification of Diseases (ICD)
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)
American Psychiatric Association's (APA) guidelines
World Health Organization's (WHO) guidelines
#13

What is the primary neurotransmitter implicated in depression?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
Norepinephrine
#14

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for diagnosing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Inattention
Impulsivity
Hallucinations
Hyperactivity
#15

Which disorder is characterized by an excessive preoccupation with one's appearance and repetitive behaviors related to appearance?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder
Hoarding Disorder

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