Understanding Mood Disorders and Suicide Quiz

Test your knowledge on depression, bipolar disorder, suicide risk factors, and more. Assess your understanding of mood disorders & suicidology.

#1

Which of the following is a characteristic of major depressive disorder?

Consistently elevated mood
Persistent sadness or loss of interest in activities
Episodes of mania
Brief periods of sadness
#2

What is the term used to describe a mood disorder characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression?

Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Generalized anxiety disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
#3

Which neurotransmitter is often implicated in mood disorders such as depression?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
Norepinephrine
#4

What is the term for the deliberate act of ending one's own life?

Euthanasia
Suicide
Homicide
Self-harm
#5

Which of the following is a symptom of persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia)?

Sudden mood swings
Brief episodes of intense euphoria
Chronic low mood lasting for years
Loss of touch with reality
#6

What is the term for a state of abnormally elevated or irritable mood, arousal, and/or energy levels?

Depression
Anxiety
Mania
Obsession
#7

What is the term for a suicide attempt that results in death?

Attempted suicide
Suicidal ideation
Completed suicide
Self-harm
#8

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of postpartum depression?

Feeling overwhelmed or out of control
Lack of interest in the newborn
Feeling guilty about not being a good parent
Elevated mood and energy levels
#9

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for suicide?

History of mental illness
Access to lethal means
Strong social support
Previous suicide attempt
#10

Which age group has the highest rate of suicide worldwide?

Adolescents and young adults
Middle-aged adults
Elderly individuals
Children under 10
#11

Which of the following is a type of bipolar disorder characterized by manic and depressive episodes that may be severe and occur frequently?

Bipolar I disorder
Bipolar II disorder
Cyclothymic disorder
Rapid-cycling bipolar disorder
#12

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with anxiety disorders?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Glutamate
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
#13

Which of the following is a protective factor against suicide?

Access to lethal means
Lack of social support
Previous suicide attempt
Effective clinical care for mental, physical, and substance use disorders
#14

Which of the following is a key feature of borderline personality disorder (BPD)?

Extreme fear of social situations
Instability in relationships, self-image, and emotions
Persistent irrational fear of specific objects or situations
Intrusive memories and flashbacks

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