Question 1

Prenatal exposure to the ____________ virus is thought to be a contributing factor in the development of schizophrenia.

Accepted Answer

A)  herpes 
B)  human immunodeficiency 
C)  West Nile 
D)  influenza

Question 2

Low levels of ____________ and ____________ are thought to be contributing factors in the development of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia.

Accepted Answer

A)  glutamate, serotonin 
B)  serotonin, dopamine 
C)  dopamine, glutamate 
D)  GABA, glutamate

Question 3

Compared with others who are diagnosed with other serious psychiatric disorders (e.g., depression and bipolar disorder), people with schizophrenia commit more acts of violence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

With regard to the direct transmission of schizophrenia,

Accepted Answer

A)  a direct link between the disorder and specific genes has been found. 
B)  results have been repeatedly replicated in multiple research studies. 
C)  no conclusive link has been established since research study outcomes have not been consistently replicated. 
D)  everyone with specific gene mutations develops the disorder.

Question 5

In the neurodevelopmental model of schizophrenia, many different biological and environmental factors are thought to contribute to the onset of the disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The results of a meta-analysis that is discussed in your text find that people with comorbid schizophrenia and substance use disorders have fewer negative symptoms than those with a schizophrenia-only diagnosis. Discuss the two alternate interpretations that may explain these findings as well as what researchers can do to clarify this issue.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The results of a meta-analysis that is...

Question 7

The two structural brain abnormalities that are consistently found in schizophrenics are

Accepted Answer

A)  decreased size of brain ventricles and increased amounts of gray matter. 
B)  decreased size of brain ventricles and decreased amounts of gray matter. 
C)  increased size of brain ventricles and increased amounts of gray matter. 
D)  increased size of brain ventricles and decreased amounts of gray matter.

Question 8

One negative symptom of schizophrenia is:

Accepted Answer

A)  hallucinations. 
B)  delusions. 
C)  alogia 
D)  catatonia.

Question 9

MRI studies have shown that enlarged ventricles and decreased gray matter are present before the onset of schizophrenia, which means that these abnormal brain structures are not caused by the disorder.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

"Loose associations" in schizophrenia refers to the patient's inability to maintain close social ties.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

As with other psychological disorders, scientists believe that if a genetic cause for schizophrenia exists, it is probably the result of a polygenetic influence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A 21-year old man who is diagnosed with schizophrenia and living in a developing country has a greater chance of achieving a positive outcome than his Canadian counterpart. What evidence exists to support this statement?

Accepted Answer

The answer of A 21-year old man who is diagnosed...

Question 13

A couple comes into your office seeking advice on whether or not they should adopt a specific child. The biological mother of the child has schizophrenia and is thus unable to care for him. The couple would like to know the chances that the child will develop the disorder. Neither of the prospective parents has a history of mental illness. Use the results from the Finland study that is presented in your text to explain the potential risks to the couple.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A couple comes into your office seeking...

Question 14

Exposure to influenza during pregnancy may result in an increased risk for schizophrenic disorder in offspring.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Delusions and hallucinations are distracters for schizophrenics that keep them from being able to attend to their environmental surroundings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Psychosocial strategies such as psychoeducation, cognitive-behavioural therapy, social skills training, and supported employment are used to supplement medication therapy in the treatment of schizophrenia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Celebrity stalkers who are diagnosed with delusional disorder often experience delusions with a/an ____________ theme.

Accepted Answer

A)  grandiose 
B)  erotomanic 
C)  jealous 
D)  persecutory

Question 18

When a person provides both the genetic makeup and the environment in which another person lives, it is called

Accepted Answer

A)  direct transmission. 
B)  indirect transmission. 
C)  concordance rate. 
D)  gene-environment correlation.

Question 19

What is the approximate prevalence rate of schizophrenia in any given culture?

Accepted Answer

A)  1% 
B)  5% 
C)  10% 
D)  20%

Question 20

The term "expressed emotion" is used to describe the ________ and _____ found among family members of persons with schizophrenic disorder.

Accepted Answer

A)  level of emotional involvement; critical attitudes 
B)  degree of attachment; tolerant attitudes 
C)  frequency of negative comments; approach behaviours 
D)  frequency of positive statements; defensive behaviours

Exam 10: Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders

Prenatal exposure to the ____________ virus is thought to be a contributing factor in the development of schizophrenia.

Low levels of and are thought to be contributing factors in the development of the negative symptoms of schizophrenia.

Compared with others who are diagnosed with other serious psychiatric disorders (e.g., depression and bipolar disorder), people with schizophrenia commit more acts of violence.

With regard to the direct transmission of schizophrenia,

In the neurodevelopmental model of schizophrenia, many different biological and environmental factors are thought to contribute to the onset of the disorder.

The two structural brain abnormalities that are consistently found in schizophrenics are

One negative symptom of schizophrenia is:

MRI studies have shown that enlarged ventricles and decreased gray matter are present before the onset of schizophrenia, which means that these abnormal brain structures are not caused by the disorder.

"Loose associations" in schizophrenia refers to the patient's inability to maintain close social ties.

As with other psychological disorders, scientists believe that if a genetic cause for schizophrenia exists, it is probably the result of a polygenetic influence.

A 21-year old man who is diagnosed with schizophrenia and living in a developing country has a greater chance of achieving a positive outcome than his Canadian counterpart. What evidence exists to support this statement?

Exposure to influenza during pregnancy may result in an increased risk for schizophrenic disorder in offspring.

Delusions and hallucinations are distracters for schizophrenics that keep them from being able to attend to their environmental surroundings.

Psychosocial strategies such as psychoeducation, cognitive-behavioural therapy, social skills training, and supported employment are used to supplement medication therapy in the treatment of schizophrenia.

Celebrity stalkers who are diagnosed with delusional disorder often experience delusions with a/an ____________ theme.

When a person provides both the genetic makeup and the environment in which another person lives, it is called

What is the approximate prevalence rate of schizophrenia in any given culture?

The term "expressed emotion" is used to describe the ____ and _ found among family members of persons with schizophrenic disorder.