Question 1

Elena is ashamed of her sexual feelings,so she pushes them to the back of her mind and refuses to acknowledge them.This is an example of

Accepted Answer

A) repression. 
B) projection. 
C) rationalization. 
D) displacement. 
A) repression. 
B) projection. 
C) rationalization. 
D) displacement.

Question 2

Schizophrenia is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT

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A) disorganized thoughts. 
B) inappropriate emotions. 
C) extremely high energy levels. 
D) auditory hallucinations. 
A) disorganized thoughts. 
B) inappropriate emotions. 
C) extremely high energy levels. 
D) auditory hallucinations.

Question 3

A drug commonly used to prevent mood swings associated with bipolar disorder is

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A) thorazine. 
B) anxiolotics. 
C) amphetamines. 
D) lithium. 
A) thorazine. 
B) anxiolotics. 
C) amphetamines. 
D) lithium.

Question 4

Which of the following statements describes people who are autonomous?

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A) They do not express their feelings because of fear of disapproval. 
B) They respond only to what they feel as outside pressure. 
C) They act because they feel driven by forces in their social environment. 
D) They are physically,socially,emotionally,and intellectually independent. 
A) They do not express their feelings because of fear of disapproval. 
B) They respond only to what they feel as outside pressure. 
C) They act because they feel driven by forces in their social environment. 
D) They are physically,socially,emotionally,and intellectually independent.

Question 5

Agoraphobia may be caused by multiple panic attacks.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Symptoms of panic disorder typically include

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A) a sudden drop in blood pressure. 
B) a loss of physical equilibrium. 
C) feeling apathetic and energetic. 
D) a depressed heart rate. 
A) a sudden drop in blood pressure. 
B) a loss of physical equilibrium. 
C) feeling apathetic and energetic. 
D) a depressed heart rate.

Question 7

The only way to solve a mental health problem is to seek professional help.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The preferred method of treatment for seasonal affective disorder is

Accepted Answer

A) psychotherapy. 
B) light therapy. 
C) drug therapy. 
D) electroconvulsive therapy. 
A) psychotherapy. 
B) light therapy. 
C) drug therapy. 
D) electroconvulsive therapy.

Question 9

The cognitive model of human nature emphasizes the effect of ideas on behaviors and feelings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Stability,as it relates to self-esteem,is best described as

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A) a complete absence of mixed messages about oneself from others. 
B) an integration of the self and freedom from contradiction. 
C) an unwavering positive self-image. 
D) a necessary component for the establishment of a sense of love and belonging. 
A) a complete absence of mixed messages about oneself from others. 
B) an integration of the self and freedom from contradiction. 
C) an unwavering positive self-image. 
D) a necessary component for the establishment of a sense of love and belonging.

Question 11

People with established identities tend to do all of the following EXCEPT

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A) form intimate,lasting relationships. 
B) remain isolated. 
C) share open communication. 
D) love and be loved. 
A) form intimate,lasting relationships. 
B) remain isolated. 
C) share open communication. 
D) love and be loved.

Question 12

an example of realistic self-talk:
 Remembering a recent fight with a friend
 Not receiving an invitation to an event that others you know are attending
 Earning an average grade on a project
Receiving a surprise message asking you to meet with your academic advisor
 Recovering after drinking too much at a party

Accepted Answer

An example of realistic self-talk in the

Question 13

The model of human nature that focuses on what people do is the _______________ model.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

An example of a specific phobia is the fear of

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A) dogs. 
B) public speaking. 
C) interaction. 
D) leaving home. 
A) dogs. 
B) public speaking. 
C) interaction. 
D) leaving home.

Question 15

A condition that causes the sufferer to worry excessively and uncontrollably about future threats is called

Accepted Answer

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

Question 16

According to Erikson,a primary psychological task of adolescence is the development of identity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The model of human nature that emphasizes the effects of ideas on behaviors and feelings is the _______________ model.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

An example of an obsession is

Accepted Answer

A) constant hand washing to cleanse away bacteria. 
B) repeating someone's name five times every time you see her. 
C) constant worry over contracting syphilis from a handshake. 
D) repeatedly checking to see if the stove is turned off. 
A) constant hand washing to cleanse away bacteria. 
B) repeating someone's name five times every time you see her. 
C) constant worry over contracting syphilis from a handshake. 
D) repeatedly checking to see if the stove is turned off.

Question 19

Which of the following factors can play a major part in the development of psychological disorders?

Accepted Answer

A) genetics 
B) learning and culture 
C) traumatic events 
D) all of these 
A) genetics 
B) learning and culture 
C) traumatic events 
D) all of these

Question 20

Psychodynamic therapies are intended to allow the patient to

Accepted Answer

A) speak freely to develop an understanding of his or her own feelings. 
B) safely consume necessary prescription medications. 
C) directly change negative thoughts by applying logic to them. 
D) examine their thoughts in terms of stimulus and response. 
A) speak freely to develop an understanding of his or her own feelings. 
B) safely consume necessary prescription medications. 
C) directly change negative thoughts by applying logic to them. 
D) examine their thoughts in terms of stimulus and response.

Exam 3: Psychological Health

Elena is ashamed of her sexual feelings,so she pushes them to the back of her mind and refuses to acknowledge them.This is an example of

Schizophrenia is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT

A drug commonly used to prevent mood swings associated with bipolar disorder is

Which of the following statements describes people who are autonomous?

Agoraphobia may be caused by multiple panic attacks.

Symptoms of panic disorder typically include

The only way to solve a mental health problem is to seek professional help.

The preferred method of treatment for seasonal affective disorder is

The cognitive model of human nature emphasizes the effect of ideas on behaviors and feelings.

Stability,as it relates to self-esteem,is best described as

People with established identities tend to do all of the following EXCEPT

The model of human nature that focuses on what people do is the _______________ model.

An example of a specific phobia is the fear of

A condition that causes the sufferer to worry excessively and uncontrollably about future threats is called

According to Erikson,a primary psychological task of adolescence is the development of identity.

The model of human nature that emphasizes the effects of ideas on behaviors and feelings is the _______________ model.

An example of an obsession is

Which of the following factors can play a major part in the development of psychological disorders?

Psychodynamic therapies are intended to allow the patient to

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