Question 1

Suicide has been linked with low levels of the neurotransmitter _____.

Accepted Answer

A) glutamate 
B) norepinephrine 
C) acetylcholine 
D) serotonin

Question 2

_____ is a psychological disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships,self-image,and emotions,and of marked impulsivity beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts.

Accepted Answer

A) Autism Spectrum Disorder 
B) Schizotypal personality disorder 
C) Borderline personality disorder 
D) Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder

Question 3

The main criticism of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)is that it _____.

Accepted Answer

A) takes an overly sociocultural view of psychological disorders 
B) has included very few categories of psychological disorders 
C) does not rely on social norms and subjective judgments 
D) mainly reflects the medical model

Question 4

_____ involve fears that are uncontrollable,disproportionate to the actual danger the person might be in,and disruptive of ordinary life

Accepted Answer

A) Depressive disorders 
B) Personality disorders 
C) Anxiety disorders 
D) Dissociative disorders

Question 5

Harry has been diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder.Which of the following statements is applicable to him?

Accepted Answer

A) He shows an excessive attachment to moral codes and is excessively orderly in daily life. 
B) He is prone to mood swings, excessive self-criticism and extreme judgment of others. 
C) He lacks empathy for others, is egocentric, and is willing to use others for his own personal gain. 
D) He perceives himself as helpless and depends on others for emotional and physical needs.

Question 6

Jillian cannot bear to leave her home without sweeping the floors,vacuuming the carpets,and organizing everything in her cupboards.She knows that her behavior is extreme,but when she tries to go to work without doing all of these things,she is overcome with such overwhelming dread that she never makes it all the way to the office.In the context of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders,it can be inferred that Jillian suffers from _____.

Accepted Answer

A) obsessive-compulsive disorder 
B) generalized anxiety disorder 
C) a phobia 
D) panic disorder

Question 7

_____ is an anxiety disorder in which the individual experiences an irrational,overwhelming,persistent fear of a particular object or situation.

Accepted Answer

A) Specific phobia 
B) Schizophrenia 
C) Obsessive-compulsive disorder 
D) Somatoform disorder

Question 8

Anxiety disorders involve fears that are _____.

Accepted Answer

A) uncontrollable 
B) disproportionate to the actual danger 
C) disruptive of ordinary life 
D) All of these.

Question 9

_____ refers to a psychological disorder in which an individual has anxiety-provoking thoughts that will not go away and urges him to perform repetitive,ritualistic behaviors to prevent or produce some future situation.

Accepted Answer

A) Dissociative identity disorder 
B) Bipolar disorder 
C) Obsessive-compulsive disorder 
D) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true of individuals diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

Accepted Answer

A) Individuals with OCD are less likely to be bothered by lingering doubts about whether they have avoided an unpleasant or dreaded outcome. 
B) Individuals with OCD feel extraordinarily relieved if they do not act out their compulsions. 
C) Individuals with OCD show a cognitive bias associated with overestimating threats, especially when such threats are personally relevant. 
D) Individuals with OCD have the ability to dismiss negative, intrusive thoughts by ignoring or effectively dismissing them.

Question 11

According to the psychological factors associated with depressive disorders,an optimistic attributional style has been related to higher levels of depression and increased suicide risk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true of the biopsychosocial model?

Accepted Answer

A) According to the biopsychosocial model, biological, sociocultural, and psychological factors are independent of one another and operate distinctly in producing abnormal behavior. 
B) The biopsychosocial model states that biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors are all equally significant ingredients in producing both normal and abnormal behavior. 
C) According to the biopsychosocial perspective, a specific gene or a particular experience will inevitably lead to the development of a psychological disorder. 
D) The biopsychosocial model gives more importance to biological factors over psychological and sociocultural factors in producing normal and abnormal behavior.

Question 13

Discuss the three defining elements of abnormal behavior.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

Jerome was held hostage by gunmen along with 30 others in a 5-star hotel.He had witnessed the gunmen shoot other hostages and was denied food and water for two whole days.Since then,Jerome has had trouble sleeping and focusing on his work.Sometimes,Jerome loses track of where he is and feels like he is back at the hotel.These flashback episodes terrify Jerome and disturb his peace of mind.In the context of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders,it can be inferred that Jerome shows symptoms suggestive of _____.

Accepted Answer

A) schizophrenia 
B) obsessive-compulsive disorder 
C) post-traumatic stress disorder 
D) social anxiety disorder

Question 15

The learning process of avoidance learning is associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The _____ is the name of the manual that was published in 1952 by the American Psychiatric Association for the major classification of psychological disorders in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) Psychodynamic Diagnostic Manual (PDM) 
B) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) 
C) International Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10) 
D) Latin American Guide for Psychiatric Diagnosis (GLDP)

Question 17

Which of the following statements is true of the biological factors involved in bipolar disorder?

Accepted Answer

A) Studies link low levels of the neurotransmitter glutamate to bipolar disorder. 
B) High levels of norepinephrine and low levels of serotonin are associated with bipolar disorder. 
C) The brain's energy consumption rises in depression and falls in mania. 
D) Genetic influences are weaker predictors of bipolar disorder than of depressive disorder.

Question 18

Emily is in the habit of picking at her skin every time she feels nervous or anxious.Emily engages in this kind of compulsive behavior to such an extent that she ends up bruising herself in the process.In the context of OCD-related disorders,Emily is most likely suffering from _____.

Accepted Answer

A) hoarding disorder 
B) body dysmorphic disorder 
C) excoriation 
D) trichotillomania

Question 19

The gender differences in panic disorder may be due to the presence of certain hormones.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Give a brief account of the symptoms of panic disorder.

Accepted Answer

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Exam 15: Psychological Disorders

Suicide has been linked with low levels of the neurotransmitter _____.

_____ is a psychological disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships,self-image,and emotions,and of marked impulsivity beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts.

The main criticism of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is that it _____.

_____ involve fears that are uncontrollable,disproportionate to the actual danger the person might be in,and disruptive of ordinary life

Harry has been diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder.Which of the following statements is applicable to him?

_____ is an anxiety disorder in which the individual experiences an irrational,overwhelming,persistent fear of a particular object or situation.

Anxiety disorders involve fears that are _____.

_____ refers to a psychological disorder in which an individual has anxiety-provoking thoughts that will not go away and urges him to perform repetitive,ritualistic behaviors to prevent or produce some future situation.

Which of the following statements is true of individuals diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) ?

According to the psychological factors associated with depressive disorders,an optimistic attributional style has been related to higher levels of depression and increased suicide risk.

Which of the following statements is true of the biopsychosocial model?

Discuss the three defining elements of abnormal behavior.

The learning process of avoidance learning is associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

The _____ is the name of the manual that was published in 1952 by the American Psychiatric Association for the major classification of psychological disorders in the United States.

Which of the following statements is true of the biological factors involved in bipolar disorder?

Emily is in the habit of picking at her skin every time she feels nervous or anxious.Emily engages in this kind of compulsive behavior to such an extent that she ends up bruising herself in the process.In the context of OCD-related disorders,Emily is most likely suffering from _____.

The gender differences in panic disorder may be due to the presence of certain hormones.

Give a brief account of the symptoms of panic disorder.