Question 1

Specific phobias may NOT be categorized as:
A)foods.
B)animals.
C)blood,injections,and injury.
D)natural environments.

Accepted Answer

Specific phobias involve an intense and irrational fear of a specific object or situation, but they typically do not include fears of foods. The other options listed (animals, blood/injections/injury, and natural environments) can all be types of specific phobias.

Question 2

Situation-related anxiety is:
A)a symptom that one of the anxiety disorders probably is present.
B)a defining feature of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
C)a defining feature of panic disorder.
D)normal and adaptive.

Accepted Answer

Situation-related anxiety is a normal and adaptive response to stressful or threatening situations. It is not necessarily indicative of an anxiety disorder unless it persists or occurs excessively in situations where it is not warranted.

Question 3

A feeling of being detached from one's body is termed:
A)deindividuation.
B)depersonalization.
C)derealization.
D)dysthymia.

Accepted Answer

Depersonalization is a dissociative symptom characterized by feeling detached or disconnected from one's body or self. Deindividuation refers to the loss of individual identity in a group. Derealization is a dissociative symptom characterized by feeling disconnected from one's surroundings or environment. Dysthymia is a mood disorder characterized by persistent low mood and decreased energy levels.

Question 4

In generalized anxiety disorder (GAD),chronic excessive worry is NOT accompanied by:
A)restlessness.
B)fatigue.
C)panic attacks.
D)concentration problems.

Accepted Answer

GAD is characterized by chronic excessive worry that is not limited to a specific topic, situation or event. Restlessness, fatigue and concentration problems are common symptoms of GAD. Panic attacks, on the other hand, are not typically associated with GAD, but rather with panic disorder.

Question 5

Which statement about social phobia is FALSE?
A)It is slightly more common in women than it is in men.
B)It is an irrational fear of being publicly embarrassed.
C)It is more common in children than it is in adults.
D)It is an irrational fear of being publicly humiliated.

Accepted Answer

Social phobia is typically more common in adults than in children, making statement C false. Statements A, B, and D are all true.

Question 6

The sudden occurrence of multiple psychological and physiological symptoms that contribute to a feeling of stark terror defines:
A)the class of disorders known as anxiety disorders.
B)phobic disorders.
C)panic disorder.
D)generalized anxiety disorder.

Accepted Answer

The sudden occurrence of multiple psychological and physiological symptoms that contribute to a feeling of stark terror defines panic disorder. Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by repeated and unexpected panic attacks. Phobic disorders refer specifically to intense and irrational fears of specific objects or situations, while generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by chronic and excessive worry about a number of different things.

Question 7

The anxiety of someone with GAD is:
A)often irrational.
B)usually caused by extreme fatigue.
C)known to lead to compulsions.
D)related to a specific situation.

Accepted Answer

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is characterized by excessive and persistent worry and anxiety about everyday situations, events, and activities. The level of anxiety is often disproportionate to the actual situation or threat and may be considered irrational.

Question 8

Due to the unexpected nature of panic attacks,some people develop a fear of public places;they are afraid that they will have a panic attack and help will not be available.The fear of public places is which disorder?
A)claustrophobia
B)social phobia
C)agoraphobia
D)acrophobia

Accepted Answer

Agoraphobia is the fear of situations or places where escape might be difficult or help might not be readily available in case of a panic attack or other physical symptoms such as vomiting or fainting. Therefore, people with agoraphobia tend to avoid certain places or situations such as public transportation, malls, or crowds.

Question 9

The results of Rosenhan and colleagues' study in which they were admitted to mental health hospitals after claiming to be "hearing voices" demonstrate that:
A)being labeled as schizophrenic actually produces symptoms of schizophrenia.
B)"hearing voices" is something that most people report.
C)expectations about mental illness can cloud the judgments of even health care professionals.
D)health care professionals rely more on signs than on symptoms in diagnosing patients with mental illness.

Accepted Answer

The study demonstrated that expectations about mental illness can cloud the judgments of even health care professionals. The participants were admitted and diagnosed with various mental illnesses despite not showing any symptoms beyond reporting hearing voices. This highlights the potential for bias and misconceptions in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness.

Question 10

Approximately _____% of people in the United States develop a specific phobia at some point in their lives.
A)12
B)22
C)32
D)42

Accepted Answer

Approximately 12% of people in the United States develop a specific phobia at some point in their lives, according to mental health statistics.

Question 11

Roberta wonders why her daughter,who recently was diagnosed with social anxiety,is so weak that she cannot deal with social disapproval.This example BEST illustrates:
A)cultural idioms.
B)the diathesis-stress model of mental illness.
C)the RDoC model.
D)the dangers of labeling.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Roberta wonders why her daughter,who recently was...

Question 12

Claustrophobia is the fear of:
A)heights.
B)enclosed spaces.
C)public places.
D)bridges.

Accepted Answer

Claustrophobia is the fear of enclosed spaces, such as elevators, small rooms, or even crowds. It is not related to heights, public places, or bridges.

Question 13

Which disorder is NOT an anxiety disorder described in DSM-5?
A)phobia
B)generalized anxiety disorder
C)seasonal affective disorder
D)panic disorder

Accepted Answer

Seasonal affective disorder is actually classified as a type of mood disorder in the DSM-5, characterized by recurrent episodes of major depression that occur during certain seasons, typically winter.

Question 14

In a classic study conducted in the 1970s,psychologist David Rosenhan and his colleagues reported to different mental hospitals claiming to be "hearing voices." As soon as they were admitted,they reported that the symptoms had ceased.How did the mental health hospitals respond?
A)They prescribed the "patients" antipsychotic medication and then released them the next day.
B)After a brief observational period averaging 6 hours,they released the "patients" without medication.
C)Most "patients" were discharged within an hour of claiming that the voices had stopped.
D)It took an average of 19 days for the patients to be released.

Accepted Answer

The study found that despite the "patients" reporting that their symptoms had ceased, they were not immediately released. Instead, it took an average of 19 days for them to be discharged, highlighting issues in the psychiatric hospitals' diagnostic and treatment processes at the time.

Question 15

A marked,persistent,and excessive fear and avoidance of specific objects,activities,or situations is termed _____ disorder.
A)generalized anxiety
B)panic
C)phobic
D)posttraumatic stress

Accepted Answer

Phobic disorder is characterized by a persistent and excessive fear of specific objects, activities or situations, and avoidance behaviors associated with them. Generalized anxiety disorder is marked by excessive and uncontrollable worry about a range of everyday experiences, while panic disorder is characterized by sudden and recurring panic attacks. Posttraumatic stress disorder is a result of experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event and involves symptoms such as flashbacks, avoidance, and hyperarousal.

Question 16

Which characteristic is NOT a common symptom of GAD?
A)concentration problems
B)sleep problems
C)muscle tension
D)psychosis

Accepted Answer

Psychosis is not a common symptom of GAD. GAD is characterized by excessive and uncontrollable worry about everyday things, accompanied by physical symptoms such as muscle tension, concentration problems, and sleep problems. Psychosis involves a loss of touch with reality and is not typically associated with GAD.

Question 17

Stating that a person's symptoms currently meet diagnostic criteria for ADHD:
A)unnecessarily gives the person a negative label.
B)labels the disorder but not the person.
C)avoids labeling the disorder and the person.
D)labels the person but not in a negative way.

Accepted Answer

Stating that a person's symptoms currently meet diagnostic criteria for ADHD labels the disorder but not the person, as it is a medical diagnosis and not a personal attribute.

Question 18

Which disorder is NOT an anxiety disorder?
A)phobic disorder
B)bipolar disorder
C)panic disorder
D)generalized anxiety disorder

Accepted Answer

Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder and not classified as an anxiety disorder. Phobic disorder, panic disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder are all anxiety disorders.

Question 19

The stigma associated with mental disorders may explain why most people with diagnosable psychological disorders,approximately _____%,do not seek treatment.
A)60
B)70
C)80
D)90

Accepted Answer

The answer of The stigma associated with mental disorders may...

Question 20

Upon hearing that his grandson Robert was diagnosed with depression,Mr.Stevens concluded that Robert must have a weak constitution.This example BEST illustrates:
A)cultural syndromes.
B)the diathesis-stress model of mental illness.
C)the medical model of mental illness.
D)the dangers of labeling.

Accepted Answer

Mr. Stevens' conclusion about his grandson's depression reflects a misunderstanding and potentially harmful labeling, which can stigmatize and oversimplify complex mental health issues. This example illustrates the dangers of labeling individuals with mental health conditions in a way that can lead to stigma and misunderstanding, rather than understanding depression as a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors.

Quiz 15: Psychological Disorders-Part A

Specific phobias may NOT be categorized as:

Situation-related anxiety is:

A feeling of being detached from one's body is termed:

In generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) ,chronic excessive worry is NOT accompanied by:

Which statement about social phobia is FALSE?

The sudden occurrence of multiple psychological and physiological symptoms that contribute to a feeling of stark terror defines:

The anxiety of someone with GAD is:

Due to the unexpected nature of panic attacks,some people develop a fear of public places;they are afraid that they will have a panic attack and help will not be available.The fear of public places is which disorder?

The results of Rosenhan and colleagues' study in which they were admitted to mental health hospitals after claiming to be "hearing voices" demonstrate that:

Approximately _____% of people in the United States develop a specific phobia at some point in their lives.

Roberta wonders why her daughter,who recently was diagnosed with social anxiety,is so weak that she cannot deal with social disapproval.This example BEST illustrates:

Claustrophobia is the fear of:

Which disorder is NOT an anxiety disorder described in DSM-5?

In a classic study conducted in the 1970s,psychologist David Rosenhan and his colleagues reported to different mental hospitals claiming to be "hearing voices." As soon as they were admitted,they reported that the symptoms had ceased.How did the mental health hospitals respond?

A marked,persistent,and excessive fear and avoidance of specific objects,activities,or situations is termed _____ disorder.

Which characteristic is NOT a common symptom of GAD?

Stating that a person's symptoms currently meet diagnostic criteria for ADHD:

Which disorder is NOT an anxiety disorder?

The stigma associated with mental disorders may explain why most people with diagnosable psychological disorders,approximately _____%,do not seek treatment.

Upon hearing that his grandson Robert was diagnosed with depression,Mr.Stevens concluded that Robert must have a weak constitution.This example BEST illustrates: