Deck 2: Promoting and P Reserving Your Psychosocial Health

Question 1

Marie's parents give her money for a down-payment on a new car.They are providing her with ____________________.

A)tangible support
B)expressive support
C)structural support
D)confirming support

Answer 1

C

Question 2

The three convictions of spirituality include love,hope and __________________________.

A)interconnectedness
B)belief
C)joy
D)faith

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Sam is having difficulty in dealing with his divorce from his wife of ten years.He refuses to seek counselling and views assistance as a weakness.With which of the following types of health is Sam experiencing difficulty?

A)emotional health
B)socio-status health
C)mental health
D)socioemotional health

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Kayla has tried to quit smoking on five separate occasions.She has failed to quit each time.Her failure to do so has resulted in a type of response called __________________________.

A)learned helplessness
B)negative expressiveness
C)depressive helplessness
D)hopeless pattern behaviour

Question 5

Subjective well-being is defined by three central components,that includes which of the following traits?

A)relative presence of health
B)satisfaction with present life
C)relative presence of spirituality
D)satisfaction with personality

Question 6

Carl believes he can get an "A" in his philosophy class.His belief is called __________________.

A)self-control
B)self-image
C)self-esteem
D)self-efficacy

Question 7

The two factors of social health that have proven to be particularly important are the presence of strong social bonds and ________________________.

A)an adequate number of social interactions
B)presence of key social supports
C)ability to express themselves
D)different levels of social ties

Question 8

Sasha likes to practice yoga and she enjoys writing poetry.Which of the four themes of spirituality are these activities a part of?

A)living in harmony with our community
B)spirituality as a part of daily life
C)mindfulness
D)interconnectedness

Question 9

Georgia grew up in an abusive home.She had no positive role models to follow.What type of influence on psychosocial health is this an example of?

A)family
B)internal
C)peer
D)environmental

Question 10

Keesha can be relied upon to be punctual and to complete all of her assigned tasks on time.Keesha is displaying _______________________.

A)resiliency
B)conscientiousness
C)maturity
D)responsibility

Question 11

An example of one method recommended to avoid sleeplessness is to _____________________.

A)drink a glass of wine before bed
B)go right to bed after all daily activities
C)nap only in the afternoon
D)catch up on sleep by sleeping late on weekends

Question 12

Barbara encourages her friend to run for dorm president and she helps her to emotionally prepare for the election.Barbara is giving her friend ___________________________.

A)tangible support
B)expressive support
C)structural support
D)confirming support

Question 13

Intensified feelings or complex patterns of feelings that we experience on a day-to-day basis are called ____________________________.

A)conscience
B)emotions
C)objectivities
D)actualizations

Question 14

Dale is not happy with his weight and he has a poor self image.He is doubtful about his goal to lose ten pounds.Dale is exhibiting low self - ________.

A)control
B)image
C)esteem
D)mastery

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of an internal influence on psychosocial health?

A)growing up in a nurturing family
B)seeking help from a support group
C)having influential peers
D)good physical health status

Question 16

Suzie is taking a course which allows her to consider her personal values system and how to avoid compromising these values.This major theme of spirituality is known as ______________.

A)interconnectedness
B)mindfulness
C)living in harmony with one's community
D)spirituality as a part of daily life

Question 17

Although Jane has experienced sadness and trauma in her life,she is still a positive person and she is able to live each day to the fullest.Jane's attitude displays which dimension of health?

A)socioemotional
B)psychosocial
C)psychoenvironmental
D)socio-holistic

Question 18

After a failed marriage,loss of a job,a chronic illness,and bankruptcy,John has acknowledged these failures in his life,but he makes every positive effort to turn his life around and he is much happier.John has now developed a response pattern known as __________________________.

A)self-efficacy
B)negative expressiveness
C)depressive helplessness
D)hopeless pattern behaviour

Question 19

Ben came first in his last three endurance races.He believes he can win his upcoming race as well.This type of belief can be described as __________________________.

A)high esteem
B)learned optimism
C)resiliency
D)self-efficacy

Question 20

Jody ridicules his Jewish friend,Simon,and draws a Swastika on Simon's door.These actions are manifestations of __________________________.

A)bias
B)prejudice
C)immaturity
D)jealousy

Question 21

An external event such as a death of a spouse or partner can cause which type of depression?

A)clinical
B)neurosis
C)endogenous
D)exogenous

Question 22

Jani's psychiatrist tells her that she has done a great job of dealing with several setbacks in her life,and that she is able to cope with traumatic events successfully.Jani is demonstrating a characteristic known as ____________________________.

A)resourcefulness
B)crisis management
C)adaptability
D)resiliency

Question 23

What are the two most common psychotherapeutic therapies for depression?

A)cognitive and developmental
B)aversion and electro-convulsive
C)cognitive and interpersonal
D)interpersonal and humanistic

Question 24

Jessica uses light therapy,which is the most effective method of treatment for her depression.This type of depression is known as _________________________________.

A)seasonal affective disorder
B)anxiety
C)vitamin D deficiency disorder
D)winter month blues

Question 25

Judy witnessed a horrible car crash and has been experiencing terrifying flashbacks.Judy is exhibiting symptoms of _______________________________________.

A)panic disorder
B)situational affective disorder
C)post-traumatic stress disorder
D)obsessive thought disorder

Question 26

Meredith experiences persistent,intense feelings of distress,which occur for no apparent reason.This disorder is known as ___________________________.

A)anxiety disorder
B)seasonal affective disorder
C)obsessive-compulsive disorder
D)phobia disorder

Question 27

After a small kitchen fire two years ago,Alycia cannot sleep at night until she checks to ensure that the stove's burners are all turned off.Alycia is exhibiting symptoms of _________________.

A)panic disorder
B)depressive-compulsive syndrome
C)obsessive-compulsive disorder
D)anxiety disorder

Question 28

Victims of panic attacks often have symptoms that mimic a(n)___________________.

A)epileptic seizure
B)depression
C)migraine headaches
D)heart attack

Question 29

Which of the following is a possible cause for endogenous depression?

A)death of a loved one
B)neurotransmitter imbalance
C)a difficult divorce
D)academic failure

Question 30

Seasonal affective disorder is associated with ________________________________.

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

Question 31

Janelle often experiences sudden bouts of disabling terror in which she becomes short of breath,perspires and her heart races.This type of disorder is known as _______________________.

A)anxiety
B)a panic attack
C)a phobia
D)hysteria

Question 32

Which of the following is a possible cause for exogenous depression?

A)neurotransmitter imbalance
B)death of a loved one
C)hormonal imbalance
D)loss of brain function

Question 33

Which of the following statements about depression is true?

A)Frequent crying is the most common symptom of depression.
B)Anti-depressant drugs are often necessary for recovery.
C)Depression is a natural reaction to crisis or loss.
D)Only in-depth psychotherapy can cure clinical depression.

Question 34

Sam expresses a feeling of contentment,because her expectations and physical,psychological and spiritual needs have been met in her life.This sense of contentment is known as ________.

A)happiness
B)joy
C)satisfaction
D)bliss

Question 35

Vancouver is a city that experiences large amounts of rain and overcast skies.This gloomy,dull weather may bring about a type of depression called ______________________________.

A)obsessive-compulsive disorder
B)seasonal affective disorder
C)phobia disorder
D)distress disorder

Question 36

An example of a social phobia is a fear of _____________________.

A)heights
B)public places
C)driving at night
D)snakes

Question 37

Hank's therapist is treating his depression by trying to change his pessimistic view of the world into a rational view.Hank's therapist is using what type of psychotherapy?

A)cognitive
B)developmental
C)interpersonal
D)rational emotive

Question 38

Jamie's dad recently died and she now experiences bouts of depression.What type of depression does Jamie most likely have?

A)clinical
B)exogenous
C)endogenous
D)environmental

Question 39

An example of an obsessive-compulsive behaviour is _________________________________.

A)consistently avoiding speaking in public
B)chewing every bite of food 20 times
C)not being able to get up and face life each morning
D)not driving on bridges

Question 40

Which of the following statements regarding depression and gender is true?

A)Women tend to use drugs and/or alcohol to cope with/mask depression.
B)Womens' coping strategies are more effective than mens'.
C)Men tend to distract themselves from a depressed mood, whereas women tend to focus on it.
D)Men tend to work less when they are depressed.

Question 41

Which of the following statements about schizophrenia is true?

A)It affects approximately 20% of the population.
B)It is a biological disease of the brain.
C)It is caused by abnormal family interaction in childhood.
D)It is curable with drugs and therapy.

Question 42

Beth's therapist has helped her recall traumatic childhood memories in order to resolve the conflicts and live a more productive life.Beth's therapist is a ________________________.

A)psychoanalyst
B)psychiatrist
C)psychiatric nurse specialist
D)psychiatric social worker

Question 43

Maleena's therapist gave him a prescription for an anti-depressant.What type of mental health professional does he go to?

A)psychologist
B)psychiatrist
C)psychiatric social worker
D)social counselor

Question 44

Andre has been told to seek out a type of therapist trained in helping patients by using talk therapy.This type of therapist is a __________________________.

A)psychologist
B)developmentalist
C)psychiatric counselor
D)psychoanalyst

Question 45

Which of the following statements about premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)is true?

A)PMDD affects a woman's life for seven to ten days.
B)PMS and PMDD are the same disorder.
C)PMDD does not interfere with a woman's job or home life.
D)There is no need for antidepressant therapy with PMDD.

Question 46

It is estimated that one in ________ Canadians will directly experience a mental illness at some point in his or her lifetime.

A)three
B)four
C)five
D)six

Question 47

One potential reason for the higher rate of incidence of depression in women is the __________.

A)damage that occurs in their brain during the second trimester of their development
B)stable hormone levels they experience throughout life
C)stressors related to the multiple roles they play in life
D)multitasking abilities of women

Question 48

Michael experiences hallucinations and changes behaviours,movements,and emotions unpredictably and radically.He was told that he suffered brain damage very early in life.What mental disorder does Michael suffer from?

A)clinical depression
B)obsessive compulsive disorder
C)schizophrenia
D)panic disorder

Question 49

Social bonds refer to the relationships that bring positive benefits to the individual.

Question 50

Treatment for schizophrenia includes a combination of ________________________________.

A)hospitalization, medication, and psychotherapy
B)psychoanalysis, medication, and light therapy
C)hospitalization, light therapy, and electro-convulsive therapy
D)psychotherapy, medication, and electro-convulsive therapy

Question 51

Dan has been experiencing mood swings and has been participating in extremely risky behaviour claiming that he does not care what happens to him.Dan's characteristics are warning signals for ___________________________.

A)depression
B)affective disorder
C)schizophrenia
D)suicide

Question 52

Mental health is the "feeling" or subjective dimension of psychosocial health.

Question 53

Josie has told her friends that she wants to commit suicide because she feels that "no one cares about her" since the death of her own mother.Josie's comments are ______________________.

A)just Josie feeling sorry for herself
B)a threat that is not real
C)a warning signal
D)a plan for action

Question 54

Rick experiences alterations of his senses and radical changes in emotions,movements and behaviours.These are characteristics of what mental disorder?

A)schizophrenia
B)anxiety attack
C)clinical depression
D)panic disorder

Question 55

Sheila experiences irritability,depression and other symptoms of increased stress right before she menstruates.This condition is known as _____________________________.

A)PMS
B)SPM
C)PMDD
D)MPS

Question 56

Sarah has set a goal for herself to lose ten pounds (4.5 kg)within the next two months.She knows that her goal is realistic but her previous attempts at weight loss have failed.To attain her goal and improve her self-efficacy she should ______________________________.

A)reward herself with a food treat for every two pound weight loss
B)weigh herself twice a day and record it in a journal
C)join an exercise class or gym to meet other people with shared goals
D)wear clothes that are slightly tight to remind herself that she still has more to lose

Question 57

Mindfulness can be developed through the practice of symbolic skills such as _______________.

A)sport and dance
B)yoga and music
C)poetry and mathematics
D)philosophy and psychology

Question 58

Your values,attitudes and beliefs about your health,relationships with others and life in general are usually a reflection of which part of psychosocial health?

A)mental health
B)spiritual health
C)emotional health
D)physical health

Question 59

Which of the following is an excellent strategy for maintaining psychosocial health?

A)spending time with friends, doing activities you enjoy
B)spending large amounts of money and then feeling guilty for doing so
C)avoiding social events, choosing to spend time alone
D)taking a stress multivitamin

Question 60

Which of the following about suicide is true?

A)It is the leading cause of death from ages 25 to 39.
B)College students are less likely to commit suicide than older adults.
C)Men attempt suicide more often than women.
D)The elderly make up over 50% of those who commit suicide.

Question 61

Six percent of Canadians age 18 and over suffered a major depressive episode.

Question 62

The actual rates of suicide may be much higher due to difficulty in determining causes of suspicious deaths.

Question 63

Emotional health more accurately refers to the feeling or "objective" side of psychosocial health.

Question 64

Eating well,spending time with friends and learning new things are effective tips for building one's self-esteem.

Question 65

Depression is a natural reaction to crisis and loss in one's life.

Question 66

Drinking moderate amounts of alcohol is recommended for helping insomnia.

Question 67

Mental functioning and emotional responses are not intricately connected.

Question 68

Interconnectedness involves exploring feelings and taking a mental note when things or people cause you to lose equilibrium.

Question 69

Endogenous depression is a type of depression with an external cause,such as the death of a loved one.

Question 70

People living in northern Canada where there is less sunlight during the winter are more likely to suffer from seasonal affective disorder.

Question 71

Self-esteem is a person's belief about whether he or she can successfully engage in and execute a specific behaviour.

Question 72

Schizophrenia is curable with therapy and drug treatment.

Question 73

Males have a greater probability of developing depression than females.

Question 74

Suicide is often a consequence of poor coping skills.

Question 75

Schizophrenia usually develops in late adulthood.

Question 76

Obsessive-compulsive disorder has a neurological and genetic basis.

Question 77

Students are less at risk to attempt suicide than the general population.

Question 78

Human beings cannot learn to be optimistic and this feeling is not a conscious choice.

Question 79

The more an individual ponders the meaning of his/her experiences,the greater his/her changes of achieving spiritual health.

Question 80

Psychoanalysts are trained as medical doctors and can prescribe medications.