Question 1

Seasonal affective disorder is associated with

Accepted Answer

A)  a malfunction of the thyroid gland. 
B)  lack of social interaction. 
C)  too much external stimuli. 
D)  reduced exposure to sunlight. 
A)  a malfunction of the thyroid gland. 
B)  lack of social interaction. 
C)  too much external stimuli. 
D)  reduced exposure to sunlight.

Question 2

Extroversion, introversion, and level of emotional stability are

Accepted Answer

A)  inherited traits. 
B)  personality traits. 
C)  culturally determined traits. 
D)  aspects of mental health. 
A)  inherited traits. 
B)  personality traits. 
C)  culturally determined traits. 
D)  aspects of mental health.

Question 3

Resiliency is a personality trait that is unrelated to psychological health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following is the most common mood disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  Major depression 
B)  Dysthymic disorder 
C)  Premenstrual syndrome 
D)  Bipolar disorder 
A)  Major depression 
B)  Dysthymic disorder 
C)  Premenstrual syndrome 
D)  Bipolar disorder

Question 5

Which of the following statements most accurately describes the role of families in the development of psychological health?

Accepted Answer

A)  Family life has very little influence on psychological health since genetics plays a larger role. 
B)  Children of dysfunctional families cannot develop into psychologically healthy adults. 
C)  Children raised in a nurturing environment are guaranteed to be psychologically healthy as adults. 
D)  A nurturing family fosters the development of psychological health, but it can be achieved without it. 
A)  Family life has very little influence on psychological health since genetics plays a larger role. 
B)  Children of dysfunctional families cannot develop into psychologically healthy adults. 
C)  Children raised in a nurturing environment are guaranteed to be psychologically healthy as adults. 
D)  A nurturing family fosters the development of psychological health, but it can be achieved without it.

Question 6

Believing in a force or higher power that gives meaning to life and leads to a sense of purpose and connection with others is

Accepted Answer

A)  a religious belief system. 
B)  emotional health. 
C)  mental health 
D)  spiritual health. 
A)  a religious belief system. 
B)  emotional health. 
C)  mental health 
D)  spiritual health.

Question 7

According to Maslow's hierarchy, food, water, sleep, and shelter are security needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Ana suffers from a persistent and unreasonable fear of snakes. She panics even if she sees the image of a snake on television. Ana is most likely suffering from a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  depressive disorder. 
B)  panic attack. 
C)  phobia. 
D)  overreaction. 
A)  depressive disorder. 
B)  panic attack. 
C)  phobia. 
D)  overreaction.

Question 9

According to Maslow's hierarchy, human needs are ranked in the following ascending order:

Accepted Answer

A)  Esteem, survival, social, security, self-actualization 
B)  Survival, security, social, esteem, self-actualization 
C)  Self-actualization, esteem, social, security, survival 
D)  Survival, social, security, esteem, self-actualization 
A)  Esteem, survival, social, security, self-actualization 
B)  Survival, security, social, esteem, self-actualization 
C)  Self-actualization, esteem, social, security, survival 
D)  Survival, social, security, esteem, self-actualization

Question 10

Which of the following personality disorders involves mood swings, impulsiveness, and frequently engaging in risky behaviors?

Accepted Answer

A)  Borderline personality disorder 
B)  Paranoid personality disorder 
C)  Depressive personality disorder 
D)  Narcissistic personality disorder 
A)  Borderline personality disorder 
B)  Paranoid personality disorder 
C)  Depressive personality disorder 
D)  Narcissistic personality disorder

Question 11

Emotional intelligence is the ability to identify, understand, and manage one's emotions in positive and constructive ways.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Adele values her unique qualities and abilities and has a realistic sense of her worth as a person; she would be described as having a high level of

Accepted Answer

A)  self-satisfaction. 
B)  positive emotions. 
C)  negative emotions. 
D)  self-esteem. 
A)  self-satisfaction. 
B)  positive emotions. 
C)  negative emotions. 
D)  self-esteem.

Question 13

Depression is the most common anxiety disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following statements about schizophrenia is True?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is caused by environmental factors. 
B)  It is a biological disease of the brain. 
C)  It is caused by growing up in a dysfunctional family. 
D)  It results from early childhood traumas. 
A)  It is caused by environmental factors. 
B)  It is a biological disease of the brain. 
C)  It is caused by growing up in a dysfunctional family. 
D)  It results from early childhood traumas.

Question 15

Psychological health encompasses the mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Social phobia, also known as social anxiety disorder, involves persistent fears and avoidance of being in social situations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosed in childhood often resolves by the early 20s.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Self-actualization needs involve creativity, spirituality, and fulfillment of one's individual potential.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Individuals with borderline personality disorder engage in risky behaviors such as unsafe sex, dangerous driving, and drug use.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A person's social and intellectual health are unaffected by emotional health.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 2: Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Seasonal affective disorder is associated with

Extroversion, introversion, and level of emotional stability are

Resiliency is a personality trait that is unrelated to psychological health.

Which of the following is the most common mood disorder?

Which of the following statements most accurately describes the role of families in the development of psychological health?

Believing in a force or higher power that gives meaning to life and leads to a sense of purpose and connection with others is

According to Maslow's hierarchy, food, water, sleep, and shelter are security needs.

Ana suffers from a persistent and unreasonable fear of snakes. She panics even if she sees the image of a snake on television. Ana is most likely suffering from a(n)

According to Maslow's hierarchy, human needs are ranked in the following ascending order:

Which of the following personality disorders involves mood swings, impulsiveness, and frequently engaging in risky behaviors?

Emotional intelligence is the ability to identify, understand, and manage one's emotions in positive and constructive ways.

Adele values her unique qualities and abilities and has a realistic sense of her worth as a person; she would be described as having a high level of

Depression is the most common anxiety disorder.

Which of the following statements about schizophrenia is True?

Psychological health encompasses the mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of health.

Social phobia, also known as social anxiety disorder, involves persistent fears and avoidance of being in social situations.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosed in childhood often resolves by the early 20s.

Self-actualization needs involve creativity, spirituality, and fulfillment of one's individual potential.

Individuals with borderline personality disorder engage in risky behaviors such as unsafe sex, dangerous driving, and drug use.

A person's social and intellectual health are unaffected by emotional health.

Accessing Your Health

Focus On Cultivating Your Spiritual Health

Managing Stress and Coping With Life's Challenges

Focus On Improving Your Sleep

Building Healthy Relationships and Communicating Effectively

Understanding Your Sexuality

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Eating for a Healthier You

Reaching and Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Focus On Enhancing Your Body Image

Improving Your Physical Fitness

Recognizing and Avoiding Addiction

Drinking Alcohol Responsibly

Ending Tobacco Use

Avoiding Drug Misuse and Abuse

Protecting against Infectious Diseases and Sexually Transmitted Infections

Focus On Understanding Your Health Inheritance

Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

Focus On Minimizing Your Risk for Diabetes

Reducing Your Cancer Risk

Reducing Risks and Coping with Chronic Conditions

Choosing Conventional and Complementary Health Care

Preventing Violence and Abuse

Focus On Reducing Your Risk of Unintentional Injury

Preserving and Protecting Your Environment

Preparing for Aging, Death, and Dying

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