Deck 2: Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Question 1

The quality of a social bond influences the level of

A) communication between individuals.
B) social support received.
C) intimacy in a relationship.
D) tangible support demanded.

Answer 1

social support received.

Question 2

A person's sense of self-respect or self-worth is referred to as

A) introversion.
B) assertiveness.
C) self-esteem.
D) conscientiousness.

Answer 2

self-esteem.

Question 3

Which of the following statements is NOT true about an individual's emotional health?

A) Emotional trauma can affect a student's academic performance.
B) An emotionally healthy person responds appropriately to upsetting events most of the time.
C) Emotional health interacts with other aspects of an individual's health.
D) An emotionally healthy person keeps emotional responses to themselves to avoid burdening others.

Answer 3

An emotionally healthy person keeps emotional responses to themselves to avoid burdening others.

Question 4

Keisha puts herself down all the time. She approaches any challenge with a negative attitude and doubts her ability to succeed. Keisha is displaying

A) a dysfunctional response.
B) low self-esteem.
C) poor self-control.
D) clinical depression.

Question 5

Social bonds can

A) undermine an individual's sense of authority and self-confidence.
B) create isolation in the midst of a group.
C) create feelings of being overwhelmed or overcommitted due to many social demands.
D) provide a sense of belonging and reassure an individual of his or her worth.

Question 6

Which of the following is true of psychologically healthy people?

A) They frequently experience guilt.
B) They avoid new experiences.
C) They value human diversity.
D) They are uncomfortable when put in new social situations.

Question 7

Psychological health is a complex interaction of

A) personal experiences and thoughts of future events.
B) opinions and interpretations of past experiences.
C) thoughts of present and future events.
D) thoughts, feelings, and personal experiences.

Question 8

A psychologically healthy person is

A) loud and outspoken.
B) introverted.
C) athletic.
D) resilient.

Question 9

Marie's parents have given her money for a down payment on a new car; they are providing her with

A) obligatory support.
B) social support.
C) tangible support.
D) intangible support.

Question 10

Jose's belief that he can successfully pass his biology midterm is an example of

A) self-satisfaction.
B) self-esteem.
C) self-reliance.
D) self-efficacy.

Question 11

After breaking up with his girlfriend, Lucas has been unable to move on. He is afraid of rejection and doesn't think that women find him attractive. He is probably suffering from

A) low self-efficacy.
B) low self-esteem.
C) learned helplessness.
D) a victim complex.

Question 12

At the end of each day, Anne writes down five positive affirmations about herself to block out any negative thoughts. Anne is demonstrating

A) learned helplessness.
B) optimism.
C) learned optimism.
D) brainwashing.

Question 13

Spiritually healthy people believe that they are

A) lacking control over their lives.
B) practitioners of a religious doctrine.
C) part of a larger purpose.
D) nonmaterialistic.

Question 14

Which of the following situations would be likely to boost your self-esteem?

A) Handling all of your personal problems alone
B) Expecting to get perfect grades every term
C) Keeping in contact with old friends and family members
D) Doubting your ability to succeed

Question 15

Psychologically healthy people

A) engage in vengeful acts.
B) never think a negative thought.
C) make time for others but not themselves.
D) feel comfortable interacting with others.

Question 16

Lisa believes in a unifying force that gives meaning to her life. Lisa is demonstrating

A) spiritual health.
B) social support.
C) religiosity.
D) emotional health.

Question 17

Which of the following represents the primary difference between emotional health and mental health?

A) Emotional health deals with feelings rather than thought processes.
B) Mental health does not encompass our responses to stimuli.
C) Mental health does not assume responsibility for our actions.
D) Emotional health deals specifically with thought processes rather than feelings.

Question 18

Which of the following is true of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

A) Failure to meet a lower-level need will interfere with fulfilling higher-level needs.
B) Social needs are the most basic and essential needs.
C) A self-actualized person has met basic needs but has not fully reached his or her potential.
D) Esteem needs are more basic than survival needs.

Question 19

A term used to encompass mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of health is

A) socioemotional.
B) holistic.
C) psychiatric.
D) psychological.

Question 20

A mentally healthy student who gets a bad grade on an exam would respond by

A) becoming withdrawn and avoiding friends.
B) getting angry at the professor.
C) drinking for distraction and to relieve tension.
D) learning from the situation and improving study habits.

Question 21

Recently, Kevin has been spending a lot of time playing online poker. Last weekend, he decided on a whim to fly to Las Vegas to try his hand at "the real thing." He lost over $5,000. This behavior indicates that Kevin may have

A) bipolar disorder.
B) borderline personality disorder.
C) schizophrenia.
D) generalized anxiety disorder.

Question 22

Which of the following statements about schizophrenia is true?

A) Schizophrenia is caused by an environmental factor.
B) Schizophrenia is a biological disease of the brain.
C) Schizophrenia can be cured.
D) Symptoms most commonly appear in early childhood.

Question 23

Treatment for schizophrenia includes hospitalization and a combination of

A) medication and psychotherapy.
B) medication and light therapy.
C) light therapy and electroconvulsive therapy.
D) psychotherapy and electroconvulsive therapy.

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of major depression (clinical depression)?

A) Memory lapses
B) Sleeping too much
C) Loss of motivation
D) Feeling highly energetic

Question 25

Celia spends a good deal of her time worrying, is easily fatigued, and often has difficulty concentrating, which is affecting her grades. Her symptoms may characterize

A) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
B) generalized anxiety disorder.
C) panic disorder.
D) bipolar disorder.

Question 26

Which of the following is true about panic attacks?

A) They typically last for 5 to 10 minutes.
B) Symptoms can include decreased respiration.
C) They are not linked to heredity.
D) They can lead to social isolation.

Question 27

Research on depression has found that women

A) experience depression less frequently than men.
B) have less difficulty obtaining restorative sleep than men.
C) can become distracted and less focused on a depressed mood than men.
D) are prone to depression because of the multiple responsibilities in their lives.

Question 28

Alicia has been experiencing persistent sadness, despair, and hopelessness. She is displaying symptoms of

A) exhaustion.
B) anxiety.
C) an eating disorder.
D) a chronic mood disorder.

Question 29

Melody has been experiencing severe mood swings, having a lot of manic energy for a period and then experiencing an extremely depressed state. Her symptoms are associated with

A) dysthymic disorder.
B) generalized anxiety disorder.
C) bipolar disorder.
D) seasonal affective disorder.

Question 30

Anxiety disorders have become the

A) most common mental health problem in the United States
B) least costly of mental health disorders to treat.
C) acceptable condition of the majority of employees in the workplace.
D) main type of disorder affecting adults over the age of 65.

Question 31

Which of the following is true about a major depressive disorder?

A) True depressive disorders are the same as feeling down after a bad experience.
B) Symptoms include physical exhaustion and an inability to concentrate.
C) Symptoms usually do not last for more than a month or two and can be easily managed.
D) People can snap out of it if they choose.

Question 32

Which of the following is true about depression in college students?

A) The number of students diagnosed with depression has decreased.
B) The majority of students do not feel overwhelmed by their responsibilities.
C) Many students do not seek help for depression because of the stigma associated with seeing a counselor.
D) Depression and stress are sometimes temporary issues but not major barriers to academic success.

Question 33

Melissa has been diagnosed with a social phobia. This means she has a fear of

A) leaving her house.
B) public events and gatherings.
C) spending time alone.
D) contracting an infection due to contact with others.

Question 34

Which of the following is true about men and depression?

A) Depression in men can increase the risk of death due to heart disease.
B) Men are more likely than women to admit they are depressed.
C) Men are less likely to act on suicidal feelings than women.
D) Depression is masked in men by working fewer hours.

Question 35

Paulo has a persistent and unreasonable fear of spiders. He could be displaying symptoms of a(n)

A) obsession.
B) compulsion.
C) phobia.
D) hysteria.

Question 36

Jake is being treated for depression. His counselor is a licensed medical doctor who provides talk therapy and has also prescribed medication for Jake's condition. Which type of mental health professional is Jake seeing?

A) Psychiatrist
B) Social worker
C) Psychologist
D) Licensed family therapist

Question 37

Sharon has lost two jobs in the past year. She blames her coworkers, whom she says didn't like her. She claims that they were purposely trying to sabotage her and that she did absolutely nothing wrong. From her behavior, it is likely that Sharon has developed

A) learned optimism.
B) learned helplessness.
C) low self-esteem.
D) narcissism.

Question 38

Which of the following living environments would likely increase your chances of suffering from seasonal affective disorder (SAD)?

A) A northern state that experiences harsh winters
B) A large city in California
C) A Caribbean beach town
D) A rural area in a southern state

Question 39

Which of the following is true about laughter?

A) It increases anxiety in people under stress.
B) It is characteristic of serious or studious people.
C) It has no effect on everyday experiences.
D) It reduces levels of stress hormones.

Question 40

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is associated with

A) malfunction of the thyroid gland.
B) a lack of social interaction.
C) too much external stimuli.
D) reduced exposure to sunlight.

Question 41

Being flexible in making plans with friends demonstrates

A) optimism.
B) self-esteem.
C) agreeableness.
D) self-efficacy.

Question 42

A network of people who share ties and provide various types of support for each other is

A) psychological support.
B) emotional support.
C) social support.
D) community support.

Question 43

Suicide prevention techniques include

A) ignoring a person's statement that they'd like to die.
B) asking directly if the person intends to hurt him- or herself.
C) reassuring a person that nothing could be so bad as to make suicide an option.
D) keeping all conversations with the person confidential.

Question 44

You can expect a therapist to

A) ask you about your history and various aspects of your life.
B) give you specific instructions on how to behave.
C) offer to hypnotize you.
D) limit you to just one visit.

Question 45

A treatment for depression that involves correcting consistently pessimistic thought patterns is

A) cognitive therapy.
B) behavioral therapy.
C) learned optimism.
D) antidepressant therapy.

Question 46

Evan washes his hands more than 50 times a day because of an ongoing fixation on germs; he is suffering from

A) a phobia.
B) post-traumatic stress disorder.
C) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
D) schizophrenia.

Question 47

Writing down five positive traits about yourself and resisting your inner critic is an exercise in

A) learned optimism.
B) self-awareness.
C) learned support.
D) self-efficacy.

Question 48

Which of the following is true with respect to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

A) ADHD can be controlled if the individual chooses to.
B) ADHD doesn't affect highly intelligent people.
C) ADHD is only diagnosed in children.
D) ADHD makes it more difficult to get along with others.

Question 49

People who have experienced repeated failures may develop a pattern of response in which they give up and fail to take any positive action. This is called

A) resistance.
B) learned helplessness.
C) learned optimism.
D) laziness.

Question 50

The mental health professional who can prescribe medications to treat mental disorders is a

A) clinical psychologist.
B) psychiatrist.
C) social worker.
D) school counselor.

Question 51

An acute anxiety attack that brings on intense physical symptoms is a(n)

A) flashback.
B) generalized anxiety disorder.
C) obsessive-compulsive symptom.
D) panic attack.

Question 52

Warning signs of suicide include all of the following EXCEPT

A) a change in behavior.
B) expressions of self-hatred.
C) giving away prized possessions.
D) planning an important future event.

Question 53

Belief in your ability to perform a task successfully is called

A) self-awareness.
B) self-esteem.
C) self-reliance.
D) self-efficacy.

Question 54

Adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often have difficulty with

A) showing up on time for appointments.
B) remembering their name.
C) jumping from one task to another.
D) weight gain.

Question 55

College students are

A) less at risk for suicide if they drink alcohol.
B) more likely to commit suicide than the general population.
C) more able to handle pressures that can lead to suicide than their younger peers.
D) only prone to suicide if their grades are declining.

Question 56

A person who experiences flashbacks after a violent mugging is suffering from

A) a phobia.
B) post-traumatic stress disorder.
C) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
D) schizophrenia.

Question 57

A state of ongoing worry that may cause restlessness, tension, and sleep disturbances is the condition known as

A) schizophrenia.
B) generalized anxiety disorder.
C) clinical depression.
D) chronic mood disorder.

Question 58

A person who experiences persistent and sometimes extreme emotional states is suffering from a(n)

A) personality disorder.
B) anxiety disorder.
C) post-traumatic stress disorder.
D) chronic mood disorder.

Question 59

According to Maslow's hierarchy, individuals who have satisfied their basic needs and have attained their full potential are

A) emotionally healthy.
B) mature.
C) self-actualized.
D) self-aware.

Question 60

Marcella experiences intense fear whenever she sees a spider; she is suffering from

A) a phobia.
B) post-traumatic stress disorder.
C) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
D) schizophrenia.

Question 61

Drugs used to treat schizophrenia, mania, and bipolar disorders are

A) antidepressants.
B) antipsychotics.
C) amphetamines.
D) SSRIs.

Question 62

A type of mental illness that involves inflexible patterns of thought and in many cases, inappropriate behavior is a(n)

A) bipolar disorder.
B) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
C) personality disorder.
D) anxiety disorder.

Question 63

Which personality trait is attributed to three-quarters of the U.S. population?

A) Stability
B) Introversion
C) Extroversion
D) Dependability

Question 64

Research indicates that neurotransmitters may function less efficiently in happy people.

Question 65

Keeping in touch with your best friend from high school is one way of enhancing your social health.

Question 66

Which type of disorder disrupts thoughts, feelings, moods, and behavior to the extent that it interferes with daily life?

A) Post-traumatic stress
B) Mental illness
C) Neurological impairment
D) Cognitive disorder

Question 67

Intense feelings or patterns of feelings that all people experience are

A) emotions.
B) dreams.
C) desires.
D) needs.

Question 68

Evidence suggests a weak association between emotions and physical health.

Question 69

Cutting or self-mutilation is a symptom of borderline personality disorder.

Question 70

If you are experiencing a stressful period in your life, which measures are recommended by the Mayo Clinic to help you cope and enhance your level of happiness?

A) Keep a journal and immediately start seeing a therapist.
B) Surround yourself with positive people and practice positive self-talk.
C) Vent to all your friends on a regular basis to remind them of what you are going through.
D) Overindulge in unhealthy foods once in a while to reward and calm yourself.

Question 71

Which habit is key to physical and psychological health because it affects the functioning of neurotransmitters in the body?

A) Getting enough sleep
B) Eating a low-fat diet
C) Engaging in positive self-talk
D) Resistance exercise two or three times a week

Question 72

Our personalities can be altered through behavior change.

Question 73

The current standard drug treatment for depression and sometimes for anxiety disorders is

A) SSRIs.
B) SNRIs.
C) stimulants.
D) NDRIs.

Question 74

Psychologically healthy people take time to enjoy and appreciate nature and their environment.

Question 75

People with a major depressive disorder experience a chronic mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness, despair, and hopelessness.

Question 76

People with a strong sense of humor experience less anxiety during stressful times.

Question 77

Emotional health can affect other dimensions of psychological health.

Question 78

Psychoneuroimmunology studies the effects of disease on emotional health.

Question 79

Mental illnesses characterized by ongoing worry and a sense of threat or agitation are

A) stress-induced disorders.
B) compulsive disorders.
C) mood disorders.
D) anxiety disorders.

Question 80

Behavioral therapy focuses on changing a person's habitual attitudes to become more positive and productive.