Question 1

A repetitive ritualistic behavior that helps to reduce anxiety is called an obsession.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Axis II of the DSM-IV-TR consists of __________

Accepted Answer

A)  global assessment of functioning. 
B)  clinical disorders and other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention. 
C)  psychosocial and environmental problems. 
D)  personality disorders and mental retardation. 
A)  global assessment of functioning. 
B)  clinical disorders and other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention. 
C)  psychosocial and environmental problems. 
D)  personality disorders and mental retardation.

Question 3

How many suicides are reported annually in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A)  fewer than 10,000 
B)  30,000 to 31,000 
C)  50,000 and 60,000 
D)  more than 100,000 
A)  fewer than 10,000 
B)  30,000 to 31,000 
C)  50,000 and 60,000 
D)  more than 100,000

Question 4

According to the DSM's multiaxial system, on which axis does a diagnosis of mental retardation appear?

Accepted Answer

A)  Axis I 
B)  Axis II 
C)  Axis III 
D)  Axis IV 
A)  Axis I 
B)  Axis II 
C)  Axis III 
D)  Axis IV

Question 5

Genetics appears to play a major role in the development of schizophrenia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When a therapist is using the DSM-IV-TR as a guide to evaluating a client, he or she would assess the client on each of five __________

Accepted Answer

A)  axes. 
B)  stages. 
C)  phases. 
D)  steps. 
A)  axes. 
B)  stages. 
C)  phases. 
D)  steps.

Question 7

Which of the following people would be most likely to receive a diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  Marlon, who works as a long-distance truck driver so that he doesn't have to interact with people more than necessary 
B)  Monet, who cannot make a decision without first knowing what her boyfriend thinks is best 
C)  Jared, who enjoys stealing cars and going for joy rides around his neighborhood 
D)  Lizette, who has a history of multiple suicide attempts 
A)  Marlon, who works as a long-distance truck driver so that he doesn't have to interact with people more than necessary 
B)  Monet, who cannot make a decision without first knowing what her boyfriend thinks is best 
C)  Jared, who enjoys stealing cars and going for joy rides around his neighborhood 
D)  Lizette, who has a history of multiple suicide attempts

Question 8

Which of the following is an anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  bipolar disorder 
B)  conversion disorder 
C)  phobic disorder 
D)  schizophrenia 
A)  bipolar disorder 
B)  conversion disorder 
C)  phobic disorder 
D)  schizophrenia

Question 9

Bipolar disorder is more common than major depressive disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

According to Walker and her colleagues, what role does stress play in the development of schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

A)  Schizophrenics experience more stress than non-schizophrenics. 
B)  Schizophrenics experience less stress than non-schizophrenics. 
C)  Schizophrenics are more vulnerable to stress than non-schizophrenics. 
D)  Schizophrenics are more likely to suffer from anxiety disorders than non-schizophrenics. 
A)  Schizophrenics experience more stress than non-schizophrenics. 
B)  Schizophrenics experience less stress than non-schizophrenics. 
C)  Schizophrenics are more vulnerable to stress than non-schizophrenics. 
D)  Schizophrenics are more likely to suffer from anxiety disorders than non-schizophrenics.

Question 11

Dr. Ting is working with a 16-year-old client who presents with the symptoms of a moderate case of depression. As part of his intake session, Dr. Ting learns that his client, Geoff, has suffered from very serious cystic acne for 4 years and is constantly teased by his peers for having such bad skin. On which of the axes would Dr. Ting chart this information?

Accepted Answer

A)  Axis I 
B)  Axis III 
C)  Axis V 
D)  This information should not be charted because it is a medical, not a psychological issue. 
A)  Axis I 
B)  Axis III 
C)  Axis V 
D)  This information should not be charted because it is a medical, not a psychological issue.

Question 12

The model of psychological abnormality that combines the influences of all of the other models in varying amounts is called the omnilogical model.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The __________ model of mental illness explains that disorders such as anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia are caused by chemical imbalances, genetic problems, brain damage or dysfunction, or some combination of those causes.

Accepted Answer

A)  biological 
B)  psychodynamic 
C)  naturalistic 
D)  cognitive-behavioral 
A)  biological 
B)  psychodynamic 
C)  naturalistic 
D)  cognitive-behavioral

Question 14

Which pair consists of negative symptoms of schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

A)  withdrawal and flat affect 
B)  blunted affect and delusions 
C)  abolition and hallucinations 
D)  delusions and hallucinations 
A)  withdrawal and flat affect 
B)  blunted affect and delusions 
C)  abolition and hallucinations 
D)  delusions and hallucinations

Question 15

An irrational, persistent fear of something is called a __________

Accepted Answer

A)  mania . 
B)  obsession. 
C)  phobia. 
D)  compulsion. 
A)  mania . 
B)  obsession. 
C)  phobia. 
D)  compulsion.

Question 16

Which of the following is one definition of abnormal behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  behavior that is rare 
B)  behavior that is consistent with the norms of society 
C)  behavior that does not create distress 
D)  behavior that is adaptive 
A)  behavior that is rare 
B)  behavior that is consistent with the norms of society 
C)  behavior that does not create distress 
D)  behavior that is adaptive

Question 17

Cindy, a schizophrenia patient, often goes rigid for long periods of time. She likely has __________

Accepted Answer

A)  catatonic schizophrenia. 
B)  disorganized schizophrenia. 
C)  undifferentiated schizophrenia. 
D)  paranoid schizophrenia. 
A)  catatonic schizophrenia. 
B)  disorganized schizophrenia. 
C)  undifferentiated schizophrenia. 
D)  paranoid schizophrenia.

Question 18

An anxiety disorder characterized by frequent panic attacks that affect the person's ability to function in day-to-day living is called __________

Accepted Answer

A)  panic disorder. 
B)  obsessive-compulsive disorder. 
C)  generalized anxiety disorder. 
D)  phobic disorder. 
A)  panic disorder. 
B)  obsessive-compulsive disorder. 
C)  generalized anxiety disorder. 
D)  phobic disorder.

Question 19

Dissociative disorders involve a break in consciousness, memory, or a person's sense of identity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A person diagnosed with a personality disorder has an excessively rigid, maladaptive pattern of behavior and ways of relating to others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

A repetitive ritualistic behavior that helps to reduce anxiety is called an obsession.

Axis II of the DSM-IV-TR consists of __________

How many suicides are reported annually in the United States?

According to the DSM's multiaxial system, on which axis does a diagnosis of mental retardation appear?

Genetics appears to play a major role in the development of schizophrenia.

When a therapist is using the DSM-IV-TR as a guide to evaluating a client, he or she would assess the client on each of five __________

Which of the following people would be most likely to receive a diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder?

Which of the following is an anxiety disorder?

Bipolar disorder is more common than major depressive disorder.

According to Walker and her colleagues, what role does stress play in the development of schizophrenia?

The model of psychological abnormality that combines the influences of all of the other models in varying amounts is called the omnilogical model.

The __________ model of mental illness explains that disorders such as anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia are caused by chemical imbalances, genetic problems, brain damage or dysfunction, or some combination of those causes.

Which pair consists of negative symptoms of schizophrenia?

An irrational, persistent fear of something is called a __________

Which of the following is one definition of abnormal behavior?

Cindy, a schizophrenia patient, often goes rigid for long periods of time. She likely has __________

An anxiety disorder characterized by frequent panic attacks that affect the person's ability to function in day-to-day living is called __________

Dissociative disorders involve a break in consciousness, memory, or a person's sense of identity.

A person diagnosed with a personality disorder has an excessively rigid, maladaptive pattern of behavior and ways of relating to others.

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Exam 14: Psychological Disorders

A repetitive ritualistic behavior that helps to reduce anxiety is called an obsession.

Axis II of the DSM-IV-TR consists of __________

How many suicides are reported annually in the United States?

According to the DSM's multiaxial system, on which axis does a diagnosis of mental retardation appear?

Genetics appears to play a major role in the development of schizophrenia.

When a therapist is using the DSM-IV-TR as a guide to evaluating a client, he or she would assess the client on each of five __________

Which of the following people would be most likely to receive a diagnosis of antisocial personality disorder?

Which of the following is an anxiety disorder?

Bipolar disorder is more common than major depressive disorder.

According to Walker and her colleagues, what role does stress play in the development of schizophrenia?

The model of psychological abnormality that combines the influences of all of the other models in varying amounts is called the omnilogical model.

The __________ model of mental illness explains that disorders such as anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia are caused by chemical imbalances, genetic problems, brain damage or dysfunction, or some combination of those causes.

Which pair consists of negative symptoms of schizophrenia?

An irrational, persistent fear of something is called a __________

Which of the following is one definition of abnormal behavior?

Cindy, a schizophrenia patient, often goes rigid for long periods of time. She likely has __________

An anxiety disorder characterized by frequent panic attacks that affect the person's ability to function in day-to-day living is called __________

Dissociative disorders involve a break in consciousness, memory, or a person's sense of identity.

A person diagnosed with a personality disorder has an excessively rigid, maladaptive pattern of behavior and ways of relating to others.

Introduction to Psychology

Biology and Behavior

Sensation and Perception

States of Consciousness

Learning

Memory

Cognition, Language, and Intelligence

Child Development

Adolescence and Adulthood

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Health and Stress

Personality Theory and Assessment

Therapies

Social Psychology

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