Psychological Factors and Disorders Quiz

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#1

Which of the following is not a symptom of major depressive disorder?

Persistent sadness or low mood
Increased energy levels
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
#2

Which psychological disorder is characterized by excessive worry or anxiety?

Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Generalized anxiety disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
#3

Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with feelings of pleasure and reward?

Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Acetylcholine
#4

What psychological disorder is characterized by persistent and irrational fears of specific objects, activities, or situations?

Panic disorder
Social anxiety disorder
Specific phobia
Agoraphobia
#5

What is the term for a psychological defense mechanism where unacceptable thoughts and impulses are attributed to others?

Rationalization
Displacement
Projection
Regression
#6

What term describes a condition in which a person experiences alternating periods of mania and depression?

Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Major depressive disorder
Anxiety disorder
#7

Which of the following is a defense mechanism identified by Sigmund Freud?

Conditioning
Cognitive dissonance
Projection
Observational learning
#8

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need must be satisfied before progressing to higher levels of fulfillment?

Esteem needs
Safety needs
Physiological needs
Self-actualization needs
#9

What is the term for a mental process that involves organizing and interpreting sensory information, enabling us to recognize meaningful objects and events?

Perception
Cognition
Consciousness
Attention
#10

In classical conditioning, what term refers to the weakening of a conditioned response when the unconditioned stimulus is absent?

Extinction
Generalization
Discrimination
Spontaneous recovery
#11

What is the main characteristic of borderline personality disorder?

Persistent delusions
Stable and healthy relationships
Fear of social interactions
Unstable moods and relationships
#12

Which psychological disorder is characterized by a split between thought and emotion, leading to disturbances in perception, thought, and behavior?

Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Dissociative identity disorder
Borderline personality disorder
#13

Which of the following is a primary symptom of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

Extreme fear of social situations
Persistent sadness or low mood
Inattention and impulsivity
Excessive worry or anxiety
#14

What psychological disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of unstable self-image, intense emotions, and impulsive behavior?

Narcissistic personality disorder
Antisocial personality disorder
Borderline personality disorder
Schizotypal personality disorder
#15

Which psychological disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others?

Narcissistic personality disorder
Antisocial personality disorder
Histrionic personality disorder
Avoidant personality disorder

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