#1
Which of the following is a symptom of depression?
Elevated mood
Increased appetite
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
Hyperactivity
#2
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with depression?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
Endorphins
#3
What is the role of exercise in managing depression?
It has no effect on depression symptoms
It can worsen depression symptoms
It can help alleviate depression symptoms
It is only effective when combined with medication
#4
What is the primary goal of antidepressant therapy?
To eliminate all depressive symptoms
To improve mood and functioning
To induce hypomania
To improve sleep quality
#5
What is the term used to describe a period of at least 2 weeks of persistently depressed mood or loss of interest or pleasure in usual activities?
Mania
Dysthymia
Hypomania
Major depressive episode
#6
What is the term used to describe a period of abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood?
Depression
Mania
Hypomania
Dysthymia
#7
What is the first-line treatment for moderate to severe depression?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
#8
Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of antidepressant medications?
Weight gain
Insomnia
Memory loss
Sexual dysfunction
#9
What is the recommended duration for antidepressant treatment after symptom improvement?
3-4 weeks
6-8 weeks
3-6 months
12 months or longer
#10
Which of the following is a common cognitive distortion associated with depression?
Mind reading
Rationalization
Emotional reasoning
Optimism bias
#11
Which of the following psychotherapeutic approaches is specifically designed for treating depression?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Exposure Therapy
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Systematic Desensitization
#12
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?
Memory loss
Hypertension
Weight gain
Decreased heart rate
#13
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of seasonal affective disorder (SAD)?
Increased energy
Hypersomnia
Weight gain
Fatigue
#14
What is the recommended approach for discontinuing antidepressant medications?
Abrupt cessation
Tapering under medical supervision
Switching to another antidepressant immediately
Doubling the dose before stopping
#15
Which of the following is a common side effect of tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)?
Weight loss
Dry mouth
Hypotension
Elevated mood
#16
Which of the following is NOT a potential risk factor for developing depression?
Genetics
Social support
Chronic illness
Trauma
#17
Which of the following is a common symptom of atypical depression?
Increased appetite
Hypersomnia
Feelings of worthlessness
Psychomotor agitation
#18
Which of the following is a potential consequence of untreated depression during pregnancy?
Increased risk of congenital abnormalities
Reduced risk of postpartum depression
Decreased risk of preterm birth
Enhanced cognitive development in the child
#19
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of postpartum depression?
Loss of appetite
Insomnia
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
Difficulty bonding with the baby
#20
What is the black box warning associated with antidepressant use in children and adolescents?
Risk of serotonin syndrome
Increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior
Cardiovascular complications
Development of tardive dyskinesia
#21
What is the mechanism of action of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?
Increasing serotonin release
Blocking serotonin reuptake
Increasing serotonin degradation
Blocking serotonin receptors
#22
Which neurotransmitter system is targeted by tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
GABA
#23
What is the role of serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) in treating depression?
Increasing serotonin release
Blocking serotonin reuptake
Increasing norepinephrine levels
Blocking norepinephrine receptors
#24
What is the primary function of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) in depression treatment?
Inhibiting serotonin reuptake
Increasing dopamine release
Blocking monoamine oxidase enzymes
Activating GABA receptors
#25
What is the primary neurotransmitter targeted by atypical antidepressants like bupropion?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
GABA