Question 1

Adults with ADHD are not likely to have another mental or learning disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Personality is genetic and can never be changed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following personality disorders involves a deep mistrust of others and secretiveness?

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 4

Which of the following is most characteristic of anxiety disorders?

Accepted Answer

A)  Feelings of isolation or not belonging 
B)  Extreme fatigue 
C)  Persistent feelings of threat and worry 
D)  Persistent feelings of sadness and despair 
A)  Feelings of isolation or not belonging 
B)  Extreme fatigue 
C)  Persistent feelings of threat and worry 
D)  Persistent feelings of sadness and despair

Question 5

The symptoms of the severe anxiety reaction known as a panic attack can mimic those of a heart attack.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

People who feel good about themselves, deal effectively with life's challenges, and have positive social relationships are known as

Accepted Answer

A)  codependent. 
B)  psychologically impaired. 
C)  psychologically healthy. 
D)  independent. 
A)  codependent. 
B)  psychologically impaired. 
C)  psychologically healthy. 
D)  independent.

Question 7

Which of the following has been shown to be the most beneficial treatment for seasonal affective disorder?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diet change 
B)  Increased exercise 
C)  Light therapy 
D)  Stress management 
A)  Diet change 
B)  Increased exercise 
C)  Light therapy 
D)  Stress management

Question 8

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, an individual's

Accepted Answer

A)  five levels of need are independent of each other. 
B)  basic survival needs must be met before he or she can address more complex needs. 
C)  basic survival needs are not related to his or her psychological health. 
D)  most basic needs are related to establishing a sense of security and protection. 
A)  five levels of need are independent of each other. 
B)  basic survival needs must be met before he or she can address more complex needs. 
C)  basic survival needs are not related to his or her psychological health. 
D)  most basic needs are related to establishing a sense of security and protection.

Question 9

In the last three years, Nathan has experienced a failed marriage, the loss of a job, and bankruptcy. When he develops a serious health problem, he seems to have completely given up and is making little effort to follow his doctor's instructions to get well. Nathan has developed a pattern known as

Accepted Answer

A)  learned helplessness. 
B)  learned optimism. 
C)  introversion. 
D)  extroversion. 
A)  learned helplessness. 
B)  learned optimism. 
C)  introversion. 
D)  extroversion.

Question 10

Which of the following personality traits involves the ability to be likable and to cooperate with others?

Accepted Answer

A)  Agreeableness 
B)  Resiliency 
C)  Conscientiousness 
D)  Emotional stability 
A)  Agreeableness 
B)  Resiliency 
C)  Conscientiousness 
D)  Emotional stability

Question 11

A psychologically healthy person becomes easily frustrated by stressful situations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

List at least four ways to build your self-efficacy and self-esteem.

Accepted Answer

(any four of the following):
1. Pay atte

Question 13

A negative perception about a group of people, such as those with mental illness, is known as a stigma.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The terms spirituality and religion have the same meaning and may be used interchangeably.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A person with social phobia is most fearful of

Accepted Answer

A)  high places. 
B)  public gatherings. 
C)  driving at night. 
D)  snakes and spiders. 
A)  high places. 
B)  public gatherings. 
C)  driving at night. 
D)  snakes and spiders.

Question 16

Emotional bonds reflect the level of closeness and attachment that we develop with other people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Studies suggest that happiness may

Accepted Answer

A)  reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease. 
B)  cause a faster heart rate. 
C)  contribute to more rapid weight loss. 
D)  decrease the blood level of C-reactive protein. 
A)  reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease. 
B)  cause a faster heart rate. 
C)  contribute to more rapid weight loss. 
D)  decrease the blood level of C-reactive protein.

Question 18

Which statement is True about depression in men?

Accepted Answer

A)  Men are more likely to admit they are feeling depressed than are women. 
B)  Depressed men focus obsessively on a depressed mood. 
C)  The risk of death from heart disease is the same in depressed men and women. 
D)  Suicide rates among depressed men are four times those of depressed women. 
A)  Men are more likely to admit they are feeling depressed than are women. 
B)  Depressed men focus obsessively on a depressed mood. 
C)  The risk of death from heart disease is the same in depressed men and women. 
D)  Suicide rates among depressed men are four times those of depressed women.

Question 19

Emotions are described as an interplay of physiological arousal, feelings, thoughts, and behavioral reactions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Children raised in a nurturing, happy environment are assured of psychological health as adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 2: Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Adults with ADHD are not likely to have another mental or learning disorder.

Personality is genetic and can never be changed.

Which of the following personality disorders involves a deep mistrust of others and secretiveness?

Which of the following is most characteristic of anxiety disorders?

The symptoms of the severe anxiety reaction known as a panic attack can mimic those of a heart attack.

People who feel good about themselves, deal effectively with life's challenges, and have positive social relationships are known as

Which of the following has been shown to be the most beneficial treatment for seasonal affective disorder?

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, an individual's

In the last three years, Nathan has experienced a failed marriage, the loss of a job, and bankruptcy. When he develops a serious health problem, he seems to have completely given up and is making little effort to follow his doctor's instructions to get well. Nathan has developed a pattern known as

Which of the following personality traits involves the ability to be likable and to cooperate with others?

A psychologically healthy person becomes easily frustrated by stressful situations.

List at least four ways to build your self-efficacy and self-esteem.

A negative perception about a group of people, such as those with mental illness, is known as a stigma.

The terms spirituality and religion have the same meaning and may be used interchangeably.

A person with social phobia is most fearful of

Emotional bonds reflect the level of closeness and attachment that we develop with other people.

Studies suggest that happiness may

Which statement is True about depression in men?

Emotions are described as an interplay of physiological arousal, feelings, thoughts, and behavioral reactions.

Children raised in a nurturing, happy environment are assured of psychological health as adults.

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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