Question 1

All of the following are examples of somatic symptom disorders except ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Anne endures excessive stress, and she develops an ulcer. 
B)  Betty feels that she has developed heart disease, although she is in great shape physically. 
C)  Colleen finds that her legs are paralyzed during the day, but she is able to sleepwalk at night. 
D)  Dana complains of severe and constant pain in her back and joints, but the pain does not appear to have any physical cause. 
A)  Anne endures excessive stress, and she develops an ulcer. 
B)  Betty feels that she has developed heart disease, although she is in great shape physically. 
C)  Colleen finds that her legs are paralyzed during the day, but she is able to sleepwalk at night. 
D)  Dana complains of severe and constant pain in her back and joints, but the pain does not appear to have any physical cause.

Question 2

You are a psychiatrist who specializes in treating schizophrenia.You have a new patient named Roy,who is exhibiting several of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia but none of the positive symptoms.In fact,Roy's negative symptoms are quite severe.According to research,one would expect that ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Roy will recover if treated 
B)  Roy will have a relative lack of response to treatment 
C)  treatment will eliminate negative symptoms, but then positive symptoms will emerge 
D)  treatment will be effective only if started after positive symptoms develop 
A)  Roy will recover if treated 
B)  Roy will have a relative lack of response to treatment 
C)  treatment will eliminate negative symptoms, but then positive symptoms will emerge 
D)  treatment will be effective only if started after positive symptoms develop

Question 3

Sylvester suffers from schizophrenia.He has negative symptoms,such as never feeling pleasure; he also has positive symptoms,which could include all of the following except ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  multiple personalities 
B)  disorganized thoughts 
C)  delusions 
D)  hallucinations 
A)  multiple personalities 
B)  disorganized thoughts 
C)  delusions 
D)  hallucinations

Question 4

There are many misunderstandings about suicide.Which statement reflects a fact about suicide?

Accepted Answer

A)  Females are three times more likely to attempt suicide. 
B)  People who talk about suicide will not try it. 
C)  Most people who attempt suicide want to die. 
D)  College students are more likely to attempt suicide than are elderly people. 
A)  Females are three times more likely to attempt suicide. 
B)  People who talk about suicide will not try it. 
C)  Most people who attempt suicide want to die. 
D)  College students are more likely to attempt suicide than are elderly people.

Question 5

Dr.Noonan believes that psychological disorders are the result of unresolved unconscious conflicts from childhood.For example,she believes that panic attacks occur when a person's instinctual impulses become too overwhelming.Dr.Noonan believes in the ____ approach to psychopathology.

Accepted Answer

A)  psychodynamic 
B)  humanist 
C)  cognitive-behavioral 
D)  diathesis-stress 
A)  psychodynamic 
B)  humanist 
C)  cognitive-behavioral 
D)  diathesis-stress

Question 6

Although Ren has never swung a golf club in his life,he is convinced that Tiger Woods has been trying to contact him for golfing advice.Ren's thought most clearly illustrates ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  thought blocking 
B)  loose associations 
C)  thought broadcasting 
D)  delusions of grandeur 
A)  thought blocking 
B)  loose associations 
C)  thought broadcasting 
D)  delusions of grandeur

Question 7

What are some of the causes of depressive disorders?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that depressive disor

Question 8

Someone with dissociative identity disorder is least likely to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  have a tendency to show cynical hostility 
B)  have escaped the trauma of abuse by making "new personalities." 
C)  have experienced an event he or she would like to forget 
D)  be skilled at self-hypnosis 
A)  have a tendency to show cynical hostility 
B)  have escaped the trauma of abuse by making "new personalities." 
C)  have experienced an event he or she would like to forget 
D)  be skilled at self-hypnosis

Question 9

Gillian is extremely inhibited in social situations,feels inadequate,and is extremely sensitive to criticism from her family and her boss.Gillian would most likely be diagnosed as displaying ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  histrionic personality disorder 
B)  avoidant personality disorder 
C)  mania 
D)  dissociative identity disorder 
A)  histrionic personality disorder 
B)  avoidant personality disorder 
C)  mania 
D)  dissociative identity disorder

Question 10

Bruce is usually a quiet,well-mannered man.On some occasions,however,Bruce acts like a completely different person; he becomes very angry and violent and responds only to the name Hulk.Bruce has no recollection of these recurrent episodes.Bruce probably suffers from ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  conversion disorder 
B)  dissociative amnesia 
C)  dissociative identity disorder 
D)  schizophrenia 
A)  conversion disorder 
B)  dissociative amnesia 
C)  dissociative identity disorder 
D)  schizophrenia

Question 11

A researcher who subscribes to the psychological model of mental disorder is least likely to investigate ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  distorted perceptions of reality 
B)  disturbances in the anatomy and chemistry of the brain 
C)  unconscious conflicts between inborn impulses and the external limits placed on them 
D)  thought patterns and past learning experiences 
A)  distorted perceptions of reality 
B)  disturbances in the anatomy and chemistry of the brain 
C)  unconscious conflicts between inborn impulses and the external limits placed on them 
D)  thought patterns and past learning experiences

Question 12

Lynae is terrified of going into elevators.The last time she was in one,she experienced intense heart palpitations,pressure in her chest,sweating,and dizziness.Lynae most likely had ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  conversion disorder 
B)  dysthymic disorder 
C)  pain disorder 
D)  a panic attack 
A)  conversion disorder 
B)  dysthymic disorder 
C)  pain disorder 
D)  a panic attack

Question 13

According to Thomas Szasz,the concept of mental illness ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  is inappropriate and harmful 
B)  seems perfectly appropriate 
C)  is appropriate only for behavior disorders with no clear physical basis 
D)  is inappropriate only for organic mental disorders 
A)  is inappropriate and harmful 
B)  seems perfectly appropriate 
C)  is appropriate only for behavior disorders with no clear physical basis 
D)  is inappropriate only for organic mental disorders

Question 14

People who talk about suicide are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  unlikely to attempt suicide 
B)  more likely to try it than the general population 
C)  most often men; women do not talk about suicide in advance 
D)  more likely to actually kill themselves than are people who attempt suicide but don't talk about it 
A)  unlikely to attempt suicide 
B)  more likely to try it than the general population 
C)  most often men; women do not talk about suicide in advance 
D)  more likely to actually kill themselves than are people who attempt suicide but don't talk about it

Question 15

Which factor is least likely to be a biological cause of depressive and bipolar disorders?

Accepted Answer

A)  mbalances in the brain's neurotransmitters 
B)  abnormally low levels of the stress hormone cortisol 
C)  defects in brain regions involved in mood 
D)  malfunctions of the endocrine system 
A)  mbalances in the brain's neurotransmitters 
B)  abnormally low levels of the stress hormone cortisol 
C)  defects in brain regions involved in mood 
D)  malfunctions of the endocrine system

Question 16

Veronica is conducting research on conduct disorder in adolescents.Which research article title should she consider inaccurate,according to findings in your textbook?

Accepted Answer

A)  "No Genetic Predisposition Has Been Found" 
B)  "A Stable Pattern of Aggression and Disobedience" 
C)  "Moving Toward Antisocial Personality Disorder in Adulthood" 
D)  "A Disorder Mainly Affecting Boys" 
A)  "No Genetic Predisposition Has Been Found" 
B)  "A Stable Pattern of Aggression and Disobedience" 
C)  "Moving Toward Antisocial Personality Disorder in Adulthood" 
D)  "A Disorder Mainly Affecting Boys"

Question 17

Edison believes that all psychological disorders have anatomical or chemical causes.He is interested in research that would help to uncover the genetic influences of such disorders.Edison must support the ____ model of psychopathology.

Accepted Answer

A)  social-cognitive 
B)  medical 
C)  psychological 
D)  biopsychosocial 
A)  social-cognitive 
B)  medical 
C)  psychological 
D)  biopsychosocial

Question 18

Norman is a hotel owner with a calm,laid-back style of living who occasionally "splits" into a different personality.This other personality is a cranky,violent old woman.Norman is exhibiting ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  dissociative identity disorder 
B)  bipolar disorder 
C)  schizophrenia 
D)  cyclothymic disorder 
A)  dissociative identity disorder 
B)  bipolar disorder 
C)  schizophrenia 
D)  cyclothymic disorder

Question 19

When Meera was twelve years old,she began stealing from local stores.Her delinquent behavior continued and became more serious as she entered adulthood.She shows no empathy,guilt,or shame and always tried to manipulate other people with her superficial charm.Which personality disorder is consistent with Meera's behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  Antisocial 
B)  Schizotypal 
C)  Narcissistic 
D)  Dependent 
A)  Antisocial 
B)  Schizotypal 
C)  Narcissistic 
D)  Dependent

Question 20

Holden has been in a sad mood for the last three years.His parents notice that he just does not seem interested in things,does not have any friends,hardly ever seems really happy,and always seems tired.Holden most likely suffers from ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  persistent depressive disorder 
B)  social anxiety disorder 
C)  bipolar disorder 
D)  cyclothymic disorder 
A)  persistent depressive disorder 
B)  social anxiety disorder 
C)  bipolar disorder 
D)  cyclothymic disorder

All of the following are examples of somatic symptom disorders except ____.

You are a psychiatrist who specializes in treating schizophrenia.You have a new patient named Roy,who is exhibiting several of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia but none of the positive symptoms.In fact,Roy's negative symptoms are quite severe.According to research,one would expect that ____.

Sylvester suffers from schizophrenia.He has negative symptoms,such as never feeling pleasure; he also has positive symptoms,which could include all of the following except ____.

There are many misunderstandings about suicide.Which statement reflects a fact about suicide?

Dr.Noonan believes that psychological disorders are the result of unresolved unconscious conflicts from childhood.For example,she believes that panic attacks occur when a person's instinctual impulses become too overwhelming.Dr.Noonan believes in the ____ approach to psychopathology.

Although Ren has never swung a golf club in his life,he is convinced that Tiger Woods has been trying to contact him for golfing advice.Ren's thought most clearly illustrates ____.

What are some of the causes of depressive disorders?

Someone with dissociative identity disorder is least likely to ____.

Gillian is extremely inhibited in social situations,feels inadequate,and is extremely sensitive to criticism from her family and her boss.Gillian would most likely be diagnosed as displaying ____.

Bruce is usually a quiet,well-mannered man.On some occasions,however,Bruce acts like a completely different person; he becomes very angry and violent and responds only to the name Hulk.Bruce has no recollection of these recurrent episodes.Bruce probably suffers from ____.

A researcher who subscribes to the psychological model of mental disorder is least likely to investigate ____.

Lynae is terrified of going into elevators.The last time she was in one,she experienced intense heart palpitations,pressure in her chest,sweating,and dizziness.Lynae most likely had ____.

According to Thomas Szasz,the concept of mental illness ____.

People who talk about suicide are ____.

Which factor is least likely to be a biological cause of depressive and bipolar disorders?

Veronica is conducting research on conduct disorder in adolescents.Which research article title should she consider inaccurate,according to findings in your textbook?

Edison believes that all psychological disorders have anatomical or chemical causes.He is interested in research that would help to uncover the genetic influences of such disorders.Edison must support the ____ model of psychopathology.

Norman is a hotel owner with a calm,laid-back style of living who occasionally "splits" into a different personality.This other personality is a cranky,violent old woman.Norman is exhibiting ____.

Holden has been in a sad mood for the last three years.His parents notice that he just does not seem interested in things,does not have any friends,hardly ever seems really happy,and always seems tired.Holden most likely suffers from ____.

Introduction to the Science of Psychology

Research in Psychology

Biological Aspects of Psychology

Sensation and Perception

Learning

Memory

Thought and Language

Intelligence

Consciousness

Motivation and Emotion

Human Development

Health, stress, and Coping

Personality

Treatment of Psychological Disorders

Social Psychology

Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Neuropsychology

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Appendix B: Behavioral Genetics.

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Exam 14: Psychological Disorders

All of the following are examples of somatic symptom disorders except ____.

You are a psychiatrist who specializes in treating schizophrenia.You have a new patient named Roy,who is exhibiting several of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia but none of the positive symptoms.In fact,Roy's negative symptoms are quite severe.According to research,one would expect that ____.

Sylvester suffers from schizophrenia.He has negative symptoms,such as never feeling pleasure; he also has positive symptoms,which could include all of the following except ____.

There are many misunderstandings about suicide.Which statement reflects a fact about suicide?

Dr.Noonan believes that psychological disorders are the result of unresolved unconscious conflicts from childhood.For example,she believes that panic attacks occur when a person's instinctual impulses become too overwhelming.Dr.Noonan believes in the ____ approach to psychopathology.

Although Ren has never swung a golf club in his life,he is convinced that Tiger Woods has been trying to contact him for golfing advice.Ren's thought most clearly illustrates ____.

What are some of the causes of depressive disorders?

Someone with dissociative identity disorder is least likely to ____.

Gillian is extremely inhibited in social situations,feels inadequate,and is extremely sensitive to criticism from her family and her boss.Gillian would most likely be diagnosed as displaying ____.

Bruce is usually a quiet,well-mannered man.On some occasions,however,Bruce acts like a completely different person; he becomes very angry and violent and responds only to the name Hulk.Bruce has no recollection of these recurrent episodes.Bruce probably suffers from ____.

A researcher who subscribes to the psychological model of mental disorder is least likely to investigate ____.

Lynae is terrified of going into elevators.The last time she was in one,she experienced intense heart palpitations,pressure in her chest,sweating,and dizziness.Lynae most likely had ____.

According to Thomas Szasz,the concept of mental illness ____.

People who talk about suicide are ____.

Which factor is least likely to be a biological cause of depressive and bipolar disorders?

Veronica is conducting research on conduct disorder in adolescents.Which research article title should she consider inaccurate,according to findings in your textbook?

Edison believes that all psychological disorders have anatomical or chemical causes.He is interested in research that would help to uncover the genetic influences of such disorders.Edison must support the ____ model of psychopathology.

Norman is a hotel owner with a calm,laid-back style of living who occasionally "splits" into a different personality.This other personality is a cranky,violent old woman.Norman is exhibiting ____.

Holden has been in a sad mood for the last three years.His parents notice that he just does not seem interested in things,does not have any friends,hardly ever seems really happy,and always seems tired.Holden most likely suffers from ____.

Introduction to the Science of Psychology

Research in Psychology

Biological Aspects of Psychology

Sensation and Perception

Learning

Memory

Thought and Language

Intelligence

Consciousness

Motivation and Emotion

Human Development

Health, stress, and Coping

Personality

Treatment of Psychological Disorders

Social Psychology

Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Neuropsychology

Appendix A: Statistics in Psychological Research

Appendix B: Behavioral Genetics.

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