Exam 3: Psychological Health

The preferred method of treatment for seasonal affective disorder is

One of the characteristics of the self-actualized person is that she or he is self-accepting.

The ability to share feelings without fear of rejection from another is most closely associated with

Most people intent on committing suicide warn a friend or family member.

Maggie,a junior in college,is changing her major for the fourth time.She expresses frustration about her attempt to choose a course of study that reflects who she is and what her interests are rather than walking down the career path her family expects of her.According to Erikson,Maggie is

Which of the following attributes best characterizes manic behavior?

Alex,age 28,lives in a safe and friendly community,has a stable job,and is involved in a relationship with a loving and supportive person.According to Maslow,Alex has a chance of attaining

A defense mechanism by which unacceptable thoughts or wishes are excluded from consciousness is

Defense mechanisms can be used positively as long as reality is kept in perspective.

List at least five warning signs of severe depression and suicide,and describe what actions you could take to help a depressed or suicidal friend.

An example of rationalization would be a shy person who uses boredom as an excuse not to attend a social function.

A person who expects failure and accepts it as deserved is called a(n)

Depression is the most common mood disorder in the United States.

An openness to new experiences is most closely associated with

All of the following are positive reasons to socialize,EXCEPT

Psychological disorders may be a result of all of the following,EXCEPT

Identities are established early in adolescence and are usually permanent.

Mental health status is based on the presence or absence of symptoms.

Panic disorder is

Which of the following is a characteristic of depression?