Question 1

In movies that focus on war,soldiers who have returned from the frontlines often struggle with overwhelming anxiety,nervousness,depression,and flashbacks.In many cases,these soldiers experience problems related to loss of memory and an inability to experience happiness.In the context of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders,it can be inferred that these movie characters are most likely experiencing the symptoms of

Accepted Answer

A)  specific phobias.
B)  post-traumatic stress disorder.
C)  attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
D)  dissociative identity disorder. B

Question 2

One risk factor for developing a specific phobia is having a parent who has a psychological disorder,even if that disorder is not a specific phobia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Dorothy has,on several occasions,experienced recurrent periods of intense fear that are of sudden onset.During these episodes,Dorothy trembles,sweats,and experiences chest pain.She doesn't know what triggers these attacks,but she fears that she may have a heart attack if she doesn't seek treatment.Identify Dorothy's psychological disorder.

Accepted Answer

Dorothy is most likely to be diagnosed with panic disorder.Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder in which the individual experiences recurrent,sudden onsets of intense terror,often without warning and with no specific cause.

Question 4

When an individual is labeled with a mental disorder,it can affect the way mental health professionals perceive him or her

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

_____ is a positive symptom of schizophrenia in which the individual makes up new words.

Accepted Answer

A)  Neologism
B)  Referential thinking
C)  Flat affect
D)  Catatonia

Question 6

David is a successful,but immoral,businessman.He feels no remorse in exploiting other people for his own personal gain.He would do whatever it takes to get to the top,even if it involves cheating,lying,and hurting others.In the context of personality disorders,it can be inferred that David is exhibiting the symptoms of

Accepted Answer

A)  histrionic personality disorder.
B)  antisocial personality disorder.
C)  borderline personality disorder.
D)  avoidant personality disorder.

Question 7

Give a brief account of the biological factors involved in the development of schizophrenia.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Lola often experiences abrupt,brief episodes of overwhelming fear.She does not know what triggers them,but she has these attacks in the grocery store,in busy restaurants,and even while driving.During these attacks,Lola's heart pounds and she has difficulty breathing.She fears that she may go crazy or have a heart attack.In the context of psychological disorders,it can be inferred that Lola may have

Accepted Answer

A)  catatoniA.
B)  somatoform disorder.
C)  aerophobia.
D)  panic disorder.

Question 9

Dr.Davenport,a psychiatrist,is in the process of diagnosing Kelly's psychological disorder.He asks Kelly a series of questions regarding her symptoms.Kelly reveals that she often experiences overwhelming fear all of a sudden,which is accompanied by pains in the chest and a feeling of helplessness.During these instances,she finds it difficult to breathe,has severe palpitations,and feels like she's going to die of cardiac arrest.In the context of psychological disorders,Dr.Davenport is most likely to diagnose Kelly with

Accepted Answer

A)  schizophreniA.
B)  social anxiety disorder.
C)  paranoid personality disorder.
D)  panic disorder.

Question 10

Which of the following culture-related disorders is most likely common among individuals residing in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A)  taijin kyofusho
B)  amok
C)  koro
D)  anorexia nervosa

Question 11

Individuals with an optimistic attributional style

Accepted Answer

A)  expect the negative events to occur again in the future.
B)  explain negative events as having stable causes.
C)  make internal attributions for bad things that happen.
D)  recognize that the causes for negative events are specific.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true of dissociative identity disorder (DID)?

Accepted Answer

A)  In DID,one identity dominates at one time;another takes over at another time.
B)  Individuals with DID have two or more ambiguous personalities with overlapping memories and behaviors.
C)  The majority of individuals who have been sexually abused develop DID.
D)  The vast majority of individuals with DID are men.

Question 13

Hilda was physically abused as a child by her father.To cope with the trauma,Hilda developed an alternate personality called Max.During her adolescent years,she created another personality called Emma.The personalities of Max and Emma take control of Hilda's behavior often.In the context of psychological disorders,Hilda's case is a classic example of

Accepted Answer

A)  somatic symptom disorder.
B)  obsessive-compulsive disorder (OC
D)  .
C)  antisocial personality disorder (ASP
D)  .
D)  dissociative identity disorder (DI
D)  .

Question 14

Amok is a psychological disorder that is associated with the culture of the people living in

Accepted Answer

A)  the United States.
B)  the Philippines.
C)  China.
D)  Japan.

Question 15

Which of the following is a criteria that is used to distinguish normal from abnormal behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  behavior that is deviant
B)  behavior that is adaptive
C)  behavior that is statistically significant
D)  behavior that is unobservable

Question 16

The _____ is a theory suggesting that preexisting conditions,such as genetic characteristics,personality dispositions,or experiences,may put a person at risk of developing a psychological disorder.

Accepted Answer

A)  medical model
B)  diathesis-stress model
C)  five-factor model
D)  elaboration likelihood model

Question 17

Karen has been suffering from a disorder that is characterized by exaggerated and irrational worry that tends to interfere with her daily functioning.She can't sleep properly and often complains of stomach aches.In spite of being constantly nervous and restless,Karen,however,cannot seem to find the specific cause of her worry. These symptoms have lasted for almost six months now.Which of the following disorders is Karen most likely to be diagnosed with?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

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 is showing symptoms suggestive of

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

A)  Individuals with OCD are not 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 turn off negative,intrusive thoughts by ignoring or effectively dismissing them.

Question 20

It has been over two years since the death of her husband,but Jenna still cannot cope with her loss.She is constantly preoccupied with thoughts of death and cannot seem to find much pleasure in life.In the context of disorders involving emotion and mood,it can be inferred that Jenna is most likely suffering from

Accepted Answer

A)  major depressive disorder.
B)  bipolar disorder.
C)  social phobia.
D)  disruptive mood disorder.

Exam 15: Psychological Disorders