Question 1

In the text,evidence-based practice refers to

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Evidence-based practice refers to basing assessment and treatment upon the most current and valid research findings, providing the best possible care for the patient. The other options mentioned are not fully representative of evidence-based practice.

Question 2

The dissociative disorder involving two or more distinct personality states is known as

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Dissociative identity disorder, also known as multiple personality disorder, involves the presence of two or more distinct personality states that control an individual's behavior. These states may have distinct memories, attitudes, and behaviors, and the individual may not have awareness or recall of the other personalities.

Question 3

Cindy's daughter recently died,and Cindy has been suffering from many problems lately.She feels very sad,has no appetite,and no energy or initiative to engage in any activities.If Cindy were to see a clinician,she would be given a diagnosis of

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Cindy's symptoms align with major depressive disorder, characterized by persistent sadness, lack of appetite, and low energy, especially following a significant loss.

Question 4

The DSM-IV-TR required that patients be evaluated along five separate dimensions.This is referred to as a

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The multiaxial classification system was used in the DSM-IV-TR, requiring patients to be evaluated along five separate dimensions: clinical disorders, personality disorders and mental retardation, general medical conditions, psychosocial and environmental problems, and global assessment of functioning. This system allowed for a more comprehensive understanding of each patient's diagnosis and needs. The other answer choices are not accurate descriptions of the DSM-IV-TR's classification system.

Question 5

Learning disorders usually become apparent

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Learning disorders usually become apparent during childhood, when children begin to struggle with reading, writing, or math. It is rare for learning disorders to remain undetected until adolescence or adulthood.

Question 6

The termrefers to events which occur during sleep,while the term
Refers to problems with sleeping.

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Parasomnias refer to abnormal events that occur during sleep, while dyssomnias refer to problems with the amount, quality, or timing of sleep.

Question 7

The text suggests that our current classification is categorical because

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The text explicitly states that our current classification system is categorical because it is based on the medical model, which uses a categorical approach to physical diseases.

Question 8

DSM-III was a better attempt at classification than earlier systems because it

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DSM-III required clinicians to evaluate various aspects of the patients' lives, which was a more comprehensive approach compared to earlier systems.

Question 9

All of the following symptoms may indicate the presence of an anxiety disorder EXCEPT

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Delusions are not a typical symptom of anxiety disorders. Anxiety disorders are characterized by excessive fear, apprehension, and worry that interfere with daily functioning. Avoidance is a common symptom, as individuals with anxiety disorders often avoid situations or stimuli that trigger their anxiety.

Question 10

The first two editions of the DSM were considered unsatisfactory classification systems due to all of the following EXCEPT

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The other options all explain why the first two editions of the DSM were considered unsatisfactory, but E is incorrect, as the psychiatrists on the committee agreed on the causes of disorders. The main issue with the early DSM editions was that categories were not well-defined or empirically-based, and relied heavily on psychoanalytic theory.

Question 11

This disorder is caused by alcohol withdrawal or poor diet,as well as several medical conditions.Sufferers may display inattention and disconnected thoughts.They would most likely be diagnosed with

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The disorder described in the prompt is delirium, which is characterized by inattention, disorganized thinking, and can be caused by alcohol withdrawal, poor nutrition, and medical conditions. ADHD and schizophrenia disorder are both long-lasting conditions, while delirium is usually temporary. Dementia and amnestic syndrome refer specifically to memory loss, whereas the prompt does not mention forgetfulness as a primary symptom.

Question 12

If you were diagnosed by your psychologist as having an impulse control disorder,you would most likely engage in behaviours such as

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The answer of If you were diagnosed by your psychologist...

Question 13

The DSM-III presented significant differences compared to its predecessors.Perhaps the MOST important change was

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The answer of The DSM-III presented significant differences compared to...

Question 14

Comorbidity between two disorders indicates that

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Comorbidity between two disorders indicates that there is some relationship between the disorders in that person, such as shared risk factors or common symptoms. It does not necessarily mean that they require the same form of treatment or have the same cause. It also does not imply that the diagnostic system is poor, as comorbidity is a common occurrence in mental health disorders.

Question 15

Sarah suffers from a social anxiety disorder,which causes her to feel depressed,lethargic,and hopeless.Recently,she has also been diagnosed with depression.This occurrence is referred to as.

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The occurrence of two or more disorders in the same individual is referred to as comorbidity, and it is common in mental health. In this case, Sarah has both a social anxiety disorder and depression.

Question 16

The main feature of schizophrenia disorder is

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The main feature of schizophrenia disorder is a loss of contact with the world. This can manifest as delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech and behavior, and a lack of motivation or emotion. Poor diet and substance use disorder can be secondary features or complications of the disorder, but they are not the main defining features. Intelligence level can vary among individuals with schizophrenia and is not universally below average. Excessive fear, worry, and apprehension are more commonly associated with anxiety disorders, not schizophrenia. A marked loss of pleasure from usual activities, or anhedonia, is a symptom that can be present in schizophrenia but is not the main defining feature.

Question 17

The most important reason cited in the text for revising the DSM to DSM-5 is

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The text states that the revision was necessary to "reflect the most current and valid research on the classification of mental disorders." Therefore, B is the best answer.

Question 18

With regard to Dyslexia in DSM-5,the text indicates that removing the criterion of a gap between IQ and reading achievement will improve theof diagnosis.It could be argued that this change may negatively affect theof the diagnosis.

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Removing the IQ-achievement gap criterion may improve the validity of the diagnosis by allowing more individuals who struggle with reading to be diagnosed with dyslexia, but it could negatively affect the reliability, as the consistency of the diagnosis across different individuals might decrease without this clear criterion.

Question 19

Which three categories are included in the "Gender Dysphoria,Paraphilic Disorders and Sexual Dysfunctions" section of the DSM-5?

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The "Gender Dysphoria, Paraphilic Disorders and Sexual Dysfunctions" section of the DSM-5 includes three categories: sexual dysfunction, gender dysphoria, and paraphilic disorders. The other choices either include incorrect categories (e.g. homosexuality, gynephilia, and eroticism are not included in this section) or are missing important categories (e.g. choice D only includes sexual dysfunction and paraphilic disorders, but not gender dysphoria).

Question 20

If a person's medical illness appears to be in part psychological the diagnosis is

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The term "psychological factors affecting physical condition" (PFAP) is used to describe situations where psychological or social factors are negatively impacting a person's physical health. This diagnosis is used when there is evidence that an underlying psychological issue is contributing to the person's medical symptoms. It is important to note that PFAP is not the same as somatic symptom disorder, which is characterized by excessive thoughts, behaviors, or feelings related to physical symptoms.

Quiz 3: Classification and Diagnosis