Exam 14: Psychological Disorders

Regarding hereditary influences and schizophrenia, it is most accurate to say that

Susan was unable to explain or remember her frequent escapades, strange clothing, or phone calls from people she claimed she did not know. While in a therapy session, Susan's demeanor changed and she became Jan, who stated that Susan was a bore and did not know anything. Susan's psychologist thinks that Susan may be suffering from

There are major gaps in your memory of events; you feel like you are a robot or a stranger to yourself; or others tell you that you have done things that you don't remember doing. If you showed these symptoms, you would most likely be diagnosed with some form of __________ disorder.

Harold has kept his wife a prisoner in their home for the last ten years. He disconnects the phone and locks her in the house everyday. Harold believes that his wife will be unfaithful if she ever leaves the house without him. Harold is suffering from which type of delusional disorder?

Which of the following would be a major symptom of a dissociative disorder?

Salvatore has extreme perfectionism that often prevents him from completing tasks. He begins his rigid schedule at 6 a.m. and does not deviate from it, even when it would be helpful. Salvatore would most likely be diagnosed with which personality disorder?

A persistent depressive disorder is sometimes referred to as

The primary characteristic of psychotic behavior is

At various times over the years, Jarmon has told his doctors that "aliens" have inserted or removed thoughts from his mind and that they are broadcasting these thoughts so others can hear them. Jarmon is exhibiting the bizarre delusions often seen in

Discuss five ways of defining abnormality and the shortcomings of each, and describe the core feature of all abnormal behavior.

A person who is deeply distrustful and suspicious of others, as well as being guarded and hypersensitive, would be classified as having which personality disorder?

In any given year, what percent of the U.S. population suffers from a mood disorder?

Behaviorists believe that the symptoms of anxiety are the result of

Psychopathologies, such as Alzheimer's disease, that are due to various forms of damage to the nervous system not arising until adulthood are called __________ disorders.

Culturally disapproved of behaviors in the past were often given psychological labels. The so-called "mental disorder" that caused slaves to run away was known as

Keelie's parents are concerned about her impulsivity and unpredictability that have persisted beyond her adolescent years. She is extremely sensitive to any hint of criticism and her erratic moods and impulses have ultimately affected any chance of her developing stable relationships or holding a job. Keelie is showing symptoms of which personality disorder?

Juan has hypersomnolence, while Miguel has narcolepsy. Both men have __________ disorders.

A man spends large amounts of money on security equipment because he believes his neighbors are spying on him and harassing him in order to pressure him to move. He has reported to the police that his neighbors have been moving objects around in his garage and yard and, even, in his house. Delusions of this sort would be of which type?

Starting in the fall, Jed has been sleeping longer but more poorly. During the day he feels tired and drowsy and tends to overeat. With each passing day, he becomes more sad, anxious, irritable, and socially withdrawn. Jed is most likely suffering from __________ disorder.

A friend has called you to "say goodbye" and tells you she is alone and how she plans to carry out the act using a drug overdose. She then hangs up on you, and you cannot get her back on the phone. What should you do?