Exam 15: Psychological Disorders

Last month Pam was giddy,impulsive,and talkative; this month she is sad,silent,and almost motionless.What is the most likely diagnosis in this case?

An irrational fear of an object or event is called a/an:

Multiple personality is an example of which disorder?

A person who is constantly "on edge" and always apprehensive most likely suffers from

A schizophrenic characterized by alternating periods of mute immobility and excited motor activity is referred to as a(n):

A compulsion is:

Abnormally high energy level,distractibility,increased sex drive,and positive self-image are MOST associated with which of the following disorders?

False sensory perceptions that often take the form of hearing voices are called __________.

Your aunt prefers to stay in her home and avoid public places and social situations.She would be diagnosed with

The latest version of the classification system used by psychologists is _______.

Nick was admitted to a mental institution because he claimed he was the king of an alien race that would soon return to earth to dominate mankind.He claimed to be in constant communication with these aliens and helping to plan for their return.His symptoms are known as ________.

Arlene has an intense,irrational fear of flying in airplanes.She is probably suffering from a _______.

An obsession is:

Harry has an intense,irrational fear of being in public places.He is probably suffering from __________.

Nancy smells smoke when there is no fire.This is an example of:

Anxiety disorders run in families and are twice as common in _______ as in _______.

Delusions and hallucinations are associated with:

Ritualistic behavior is associated with which of the following disorders?

Which of the following is NOT characteristic of the antisocial personality disorder?

John's behavior appears normal,then he becomes depressed and hyperactivity follows.He would likely be diagnosed as having which disorder?