Question 1

The genetic correlation between generalized anxiety disorder and major depression is

Accepted Answer

A)  52%. 
B)  100%. 
C)  37%. 
D)  19%.

Question 2

Although treatment of bipolar disorder requires medication, psychological treatments also play a significant role in the well-being of a patient. Discuss the importance of psychological interventions for this disorder and identify one form of treatment discussed in the text.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Although treatment of bipolar disorder requires medication,...

Question 3

Farley works as a suicide hotline staffer. One evening, he received a call from a young woman who complained of suicidal ideation but felt no immediate risk of acting on her thoughts. Given this, Farley provided a referral for follow-up at the local community counselling center. Which type of suicide prevention does this scenario depict?

Accepted Answer

A)  Early detection 
B)  Peer support 
C)  Crisis intervention 
D)  Critical incident debriefing

Question 4

Francesca is involved in an abusive relationship with her husband of 10 years that is characterized by episodic domestic violence. Knowing that she has three children, no career, and no relatives nearby to help leads her to believe that her situation is hopeless. Moreover, she is beginning to think she really does deserve the abuse she receives because of her stupid and thoughtless behaviour. She has asked her husband to go to marital counselling but he refuses. In his eyes, she is the problem. Francesca feels depressed and has suicidal ideation.
From a psychological perspective, how might learned helplessness theory help explain Francesca's depressed mood and feelings of hopelessness?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Francesca is involved in an abusive relationship...

Question 5

Freud viewed depression as anger

Accepted Answer

A)  raised by the ego. 
B)  turned against the self. 
C)  against the mother. 
D)  due to psychic grief.

Question 6

Which figure below is the best estimate of the percentage of new mothers who develop the "baby blues" within a few days of childbirth?

Accepted Answer

A)  80% 
B)  50% 
C)  20% 
D)  30%

Question 7

Millions of people worldwide suffer from the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, a subtype of major depression. What are its symptoms, identified cause, and treatment strategies?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Millions of people worldwide suffer from the...

Question 8

Which statement best explains why dysthymia might be called a "paradoxical" condition?

Accepted Answer

A)  Although symptoms may be relatively mild from day-to-day, their persistence may have severe consequences. 
B)  Dysthymia resembles major depressive disorder, but it is episodic. 
C)  Dysthymia begins in early childhood, but it is rarely diagnosed by pediatricians or child psychiatrists. 
D)  Although dysthymia involves depression, it does not lead to severe consequences.

Question 9

Linkage studies attempt to link psychosocial factors to the presence of a psychological disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What contributions have neuroimaging studies made toward our better understanding of potential causes of mood disorders?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What contributions have neuroimaging studies made toward...

Question 11

The signs of depression in young people include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  nonspecific physical complaints. 
B)  social withdrawal. 
C)  school absence or poor performance. 
D)  racing thoughts.

Question 12

A persistent sad or low mood defines

Accepted Answer

A)  bipolar disorder 
B)  major depressive disorder 
C)  hypomania 
D)  cyclothymia

Question 13

Understanding depression involves understanding both environmental and genetic influences as causes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Seligman's learned helplessness concept has been used as a framework for explaining the contribution of negative, inescapable events/environments to __________ in some people.

Accepted Answer

A)  major depressive disorder 
B)  bipolar disorder 
C)  hypomanic disorder 
D)  cyclothymic disorder

Question 15

Hypomania is not seen in Bipolar II disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

At present, the risk for depression in children, adolescents, and the elderly is on the decline.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A patient committed suicide. In an attempt to better understand factors leading up to this death, the therapist interviews the patient's family, co-workers, friends, and treating physicians. This approach is known as a

Accepted Answer

A)  psychological autopsy. 
B)  post-mortem investigation. 
C)  psychological inquiry. 
D)  psychological debriefing.

Question 18

In children, the symptoms of mania may be close to those of

Accepted Answer

A)  separation anxiety disorder. 
B)  attachment disorder. 
C)  attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. 
D)  explosive personality disorder.

Question 19

In Canada, the median age of onset of major depressive disorder is ___ years

Accepted Answer

A)  15 
B)  26 
C)  30 
D)  45

Question 20

One factor that distinguishes major depressive disorder from sad mood is that

Accepted Answer

A)  in major depression, symptoms come on gradually. 
B)  the symptoms of major depression affect the ability to function in work or social settings. 
C)  in major depression, suicidal thoughts are always present. 
D)  sadness, even if extreme, always passes quickly.

Exam 6: Bipolar and Depressive Disorders

The genetic correlation between generalized anxiety disorder and major depression is

Although treatment of bipolar disorder requires medication, psychological treatments also play a significant role in the well-being of a patient. Discuss the importance of psychological interventions for this disorder and identify one form of treatment discussed in the text.

Freud viewed depression as anger

Which figure below is the best estimate of the percentage of new mothers who develop the "baby blues" within a few days of childbirth?

Millions of people worldwide suffer from the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, a subtype of major depression. What are its symptoms, identified cause, and treatment strategies?

Which statement best explains why dysthymia might be called a "paradoxical" condition?

Linkage studies attempt to link psychosocial factors to the presence of a psychological disorder.

What contributions have neuroimaging studies made toward our better understanding of potential causes of mood disorders?

The signs of depression in young people include all of the following EXCEPT

A persistent sad or low mood defines

Understanding depression involves understanding both environmental and genetic influences as causes.

Seligman's learned helplessness concept has been used as a framework for explaining the contribution of negative, inescapable events/environments to __________ in some people.

Hypomania is not seen in Bipolar II disorder.

At present, the risk for depression in children, adolescents, and the elderly is on the decline.

A patient committed suicide. In an attempt to better understand factors leading up to this death, the therapist interviews the patient's family, co-workers, friends, and treating physicians. This approach is known as a

In children, the symptoms of mania may be close to those of

In Canada, the median age of onset of major depressive disorder is ___ years

One factor that distinguishes major depressive disorder from sad mood is that