#1
What is a common symptom of depression?
Excessive happiness
Persistent sadness
Elevated energy levels
Increased appetite
#2
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with depression?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
Endorphins
#3
What class of antidepressant medications is known to have potential side effects such as dry mouth, blurred vision, and constipation?
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)
Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)
#4
What is the recommended duration for antidepressant medication treatment?
2 weeks
6 months
At least 1 year
Indefinite duration
#5
What is the primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in treating depression?
To explore past traumas
To identify and change negative thought patterns
To prescribe medication
To provide emotional support
#6
Which of the following statements about postpartum depression is true?
It only affects first-time mothers
It typically resolves on its own without intervention
It can negatively impact the mother-infant bond
It is caused by hormonal imbalances during pregnancy
#7
Which neurotransmitter is targeted by SSRIs to alleviate depressive symptoms?
Dopamine
Norepinephrine
Serotonin
Endorphins
#8
Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of antidepressant medications?
Weight gain
Sexual dysfunction
Memory improvement
Insomnia
#9
What is a potential consequence of abruptly discontinuing antidepressant medication?
Decreased risk of withdrawal symptoms
Increased risk of relapse
Improved mood stability
Enhanced cognitive function
#10
Which demographic group is at the highest risk for suicide associated with depression?
Adolescents
Elderly individuals
Middle-aged adults
Young children
#11
What is the primary mechanism of action for tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)?
Inhibiting serotonin reuptake
Increasing dopamine release
Blocking norepinephrine reuptake
Enhancing GABA neurotransmission
#12
What is the primary purpose of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in treating severe depression?
Stimulating the production of endorphins
Inducing seizures to reset brain activity
Increasing serotonin levels in the brain
Enhancing cognitive functioning
#13
Which of the following brain regions is commonly implicated in depression?
Hippocampus
Cerebellum
Amygdala
Hypothalamus