Psychological Responses to Trauma and Fear Quiz

Test your understanding of trauma psychology with these 15 questions covering common responses, defense mechanisms, and therapeutic approaches.

#1

Which of the following is a common psychological response to trauma?

Euphoria
Apathy
Joy
Excitement
#2

Which hormone, often referred to as the 'stress hormone,' is released in response to traumatic or stressful situations?

Dopamine
Cortisol
Serotonin
Adrenaline
#3

What is the term for a therapeutic approach that involves exposing individuals to their traumatic memories in a controlled and safe environment?

Exposure Therapy
Mindfulness
Cognitive Restructuring
Psychoanalytic Therapy
#4

Which factor is NOT considered a protective factor against the development of trauma-related disorders?

Social support
Resilience
Genetic predisposition
Positive coping skills
#5

Which psychological theory suggests that individuals may engage in maladaptive behaviors as a way to protect themselves from the anxiety and distress associated with repressed thoughts and memories?

Behaviorism
Psychoanalysis
Humanistic psychology
Cognitive psychology
#6

What is the fight-or-flight response?

A coping mechanism involving humor
The body's reaction to stress, preparing to confront or flee a threat
A relaxation technique
A form of meditation
#7

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the regulation of mood and stress responses?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Endorphin
GABA
#8

Which psychological disorder is characterized by intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and hyperarousal following a traumatic event?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Schizophrenia
#9

What is the role of the amygdala in the brain's response to fear and trauma?

It regulates sleep patterns
It processes visual information
It is involved in the emotional response, particularly fear
It controls motor functions
#10

What is the term for the psychological process of re-experiencing a traumatic event, often through intrusive memories or flashbacks?

Rumination
Recall
Reliving
Reflection
#11

What is the term for the psychological defense mechanism where unacceptable thoughts are pushed into the unconscious?

Projection
Repression
Denial
Rationalization
#12

In the context of trauma, what does the term 'hypervigilance' refer to?

Excessive sleepiness
Increased alertness and sensitivity to potential threats
Memory loss
Lack of emotional response
#13

Which type of therapy is commonly used to treat trauma and PTSD by helping individuals process and integrate traumatic memories?

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychoanalysis
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Humanistic Therapy
#14

What is the term for the phenomenon where individuals feel a sense of detachment from their own body or thoughts, often seen in response to trauma?

Depersonalization
Dissociation
Regression
Compartmentalization
#15

In the context of trauma, what does the term 'resilience' refer to?

The ability to adapt and bounce back from adversity
The tendency to avoid traumatic situations
A type of therapy
The occurrence of traumatic memories

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