#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of generalized anxiety disorder?
Excessive worry
ExplanationCharacteristic excessive worrying.
#2
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with mood regulation and is targeted by antidepressant medications?
Serotonin
ExplanationRegulates mood, targeted by antidepressants.
#3
In the context of abnormal psychology, what does the term 'comorbidity' refer to?
The co-occurrence of two or more psychological disorders in an individual
ExplanationSimultaneous occurrence of multiple psychological disorders.
#4
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with attention, focus, and arousal?
Norepinephrine
ExplanationLinked to attention, focus, and arousal.
#5
What is the term for a false belief that is firmly held despite clear evidence to the contrary?
Delusion
ExplanationFirmly held false belief despite contrary evidence.
#6
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with pleasure, reward, and motivation?
Dopamine
ExplanationAssociated with pleasure, reward, and motivation.
#7
What is the primary characteristic of major depressive disorder?
Persistent sadness
ExplanationPersistent feeling of sadness.
#8
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with schizophrenia?
Dopamine
ExplanationAssociated with schizophrenia, modulates mood and cognition.
#9
What is the primary difference between bipolar disorder type I and type II?
Type I involves both manic and depressive episodes, while Type II involves only depressive episodes.
ExplanationType I includes manic and depressive episodes; Type II involves only depressive episodes.
#10
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Flashbacks and intrusive memories
ExplanationCharacterized by flashbacks and intrusive memories.
#11
What is the primary symptom of panic disorder?
Sudden and intense episodes of fear or anxiety
ExplanationCharacterized by sudden, intense fear or anxiety episodes.
#12
Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for the rights of others?
Antisocial personality disorder
ExplanationInvolves disregard for others' rights.
#13
What is a common characteristic of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
Intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors
ExplanationInvolves intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors.
#14
Which therapeutic approach focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
ExplanationTargets negative thought patterns and behaviors.
#15
What is the main goal of psychodynamic therapy?
Resolving unconscious conflicts
ExplanationFocuses on resolving unconscious conflicts.
#16
What is the primary goal of exposure therapy in the treatment of phobias?
Gradual confrontation with feared stimuli to reduce anxiety
ExplanationGradually confronts fears to reduce anxiety.
#17
What is the primary focus of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?
Developing mindfulness and emotion regulation skills
ExplanationFocuses on developing mindfulness and emotion regulation.
#18
Which disorder is characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression?
Bipolar disorder
ExplanationInvolves alternating manic and depressive episodes.