#1
Which of the following is a symptom of major depressive disorder?
Persistent sadness and loss of interest or pleasure
ExplanationKey symptoms include persistent sadness and loss of interest.
#2
What is a common characteristic of generalized anxiety disorder?
Excessive worry and restlessness
ExplanationCharacterized by excessive worry and restlessness.
#3
Which of the following is a symptom commonly associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention
ExplanationCommonly involves impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention.
#4
What is the primary characteristic of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)?
Obsession with perceived defects or flaws in physical appearance
ExplanationCharacterized by obsession with perceived physical flaws.
#5
What is a common symptom of social anxiety disorder?
Persistent fear of social or performance situations
ExplanationCommonly involves persistent fear of social situations.
#6
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder?
Serotonin
ExplanationMood disorders are often linked with imbalances in serotonin.
#7
Which syndrome is characterized by impairments in social interaction and repetitive behaviors?
Autism spectrum disorder
ExplanationKnown for social interaction impairments and repetitive behaviors.
#8
What is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Flashbacks and nightmares
ExplanationIncludes experiencing flashbacks and nightmares.
#9
What is a common symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Persistent and unwanted thoughts, and repetitive behaviors
ExplanationInvolves persistent unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors.
#10
Which of the following is a characteristic of antisocial personality disorder?
Lack of empathy and disregard for the rights of others
ExplanationMarked by lack of empathy and disregard for others' rights.
#11
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with anxiety disorders?
Serotonin
ExplanationAnxiety disorders are often linked with low serotonin levels.
#12
What is a common symptom of dissociative identity disorder (DID)?
Presence of two or more distinct identity states
ExplanationInvolves presence of multiple distinct identity states.
#13
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with schizophrenia?
Dopamine
ExplanationSchizophrenia is often linked with high dopamine levels.
#14
In the context of abnormal psychology, what does the term 'prodrome' refer to?
A prelude to a psychological disorder, marked by subtle signs or symptoms
ExplanationRefers to subtle signs indicating onset of a psychological disorder.
#15
Which disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, along with marked impulsivity?
Borderline personality disorder
ExplanationFeatures instability in relationships, self-image, and impulsivity.
#16
What is anosognosia in the context of mental health disorders?
Lack of insight into one's own mental health condition
ExplanationLack of awareness or insight into one's mental health condition.
#17
Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of distrust and suspicion of others' motives?
Paranoid personality disorder
ExplanationFeatures pervasive distrust and suspicion of others' motives.
#18
In the context of abnormal psychology, what does the term 'echolalia' refer to?
Repetition of words or phrases spoken by others
ExplanationRefers to repeating words or phrases spoken by others.