Deck 62: Psychological Disorders: Mood Disorders

Question 1

Which of the following mood disorders is characterized by the person being mild to moderately depressed most of the time for at least two years with no psychotic episodes and no mania?

A)major depressive disorder
B)bipolar disorder
C)cyclothymic disorder
D)persistent depressive disorder

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Two general types of mood disorders are disorders.

A)paranoid and delusional
B)depressive and bipolar
C)personality and somatoform
D)dissociative and somatoform

Answer 2

B

Question 3

A persistent depressive disorder is a mood disorder in which the person

A)is mostly depressed but has also had one or more episodes of hypomania.
B)has moderate manic and depressive behavior that persists for two years or more.
C)has a moderate depression that persists for two years or more.
D)suffers one or more intense episodes of depression.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Sadness,hopelessness,withdrawal,and feelings of worthlessness are the usual symptoms of

A)conversion reactions.
B)manic episodes.
C)a dissociative disorder.
D)a depressive disorder.

Question 5

Fiona has been mild to moderately depressed most of the time for at least two years.Although she is fatigued much of the time and does not take much interest in past pleasures,Fiona has not had any psychotic episodes nor experienced any mania.Fiona would most likely be diagnosed with a disorder.

A)major depressive
B)bipolar
C)cyclothymic
D)persistent depressive

Question 6

In any given year,what percent of the U.S.population suffers from a mood disorder?

A)3.8 percent
B)5.6 percent
C)9.5 percent
D)14.7 percent

Question 7

Regarding mood disorders,which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Extreme mood swings can be as disabling as a serious physical illness.
B)Depression can be deadly,because depressed persons may be suicidal.
C)Mood disorders are among the most serious of all psychological condition with roughly 9.5 percent of the U.S.population suffering from a mood disorder in any given year.
D)The two general types of mood disorders are somatic symptom depression and agitated depression.

Question 8

Regarding mood disorders,which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)The two general types of mood disorder are depressive disorders and bipolar disorders.
B)Manic patients may go bankrupt in a matter of days,get arrested,or go on a binge of promiscuous sex and then have to deal with the consequences of their actions.
C)In any given year,about three percent of the U.S.population suffers from a mood disorder.
D)In the most severe cases of depression and/or mania,the person may even lose touch with reality and display psychotic symptoms.

Question 9

Which of the following is part of the DSM-5 category called bipolar and related disorders?

A)dissociative disorder
B)conversion disorder
C)cyclothymic disorder
D)dysthymia

Question 10

After failing to receive an expected job promotion,Joe has been in a continuous state of exaggerated sadness for several months.His self-image is very negative,and he has lost all interest in others.He is probably suffering from

A)an existential crisis.
B)paradoxical anxiety.
C)a dissociative fugue.
D)a depressive disorder.

Question 11

A persistent depressive disorder is sometimes referred to as

A)cyclothymia.
B)dysthymia.
C)bipolar I.
D)bipolar II.

Question 12

Which of the following is classified in the DSM-5 as a depressive disorder?

A)somatic symptom disorder
B)catatonia
C)cyclothymia
D)dysthymia

Question 13

After her divorce,Megan has felt down and depressed more days than not for almost two years.Although her depression would not be considered intense and she has been able to go to work and take care of her two children,she has felt fatigued and dejected much of the time.Her self-esteem is low,and she does not seem to take much pleasure in her accomplishments at work or in socializing with her friends.When one of her friends convinces Megan to see a psychologist,this psychologist diagnosed Megan with a

A)conversion reaction.
B)cyclothymic disorder.
C)major depressive disorder.
D)persistent depressive disorder.

Question 14

Lacey has been bullied at school and on the Internet social networks for the last year.She is feeling worthless and hopeless,has a negative self-image,and recently has been having thoughts of suicide.Lacey is suffering from a

A)cyclothymic disorder.
B)dissociative identity disorder.
C)conversion reaction.
D)depressive disorder.

Question 15

Dysthymia is another name for a disorder.

A)bipolar I
B)bipolar II
C)persistent depressive
D)major depressive

Question 16

In the most severe cases of depression and/or mania,the person may

A)develop long-term neurodevelopmental disorders.
B)exhibit conversion reactions.
C)develop Munchausen syndrome.
D)display psychotic symptoms.

Question 17

Major disturbances in emotion,such as depression or mania,are classified as disorders.

A)anxiety
B)dissociative
C)schizophrenic
D)mood

Question 18

When sadness and despondency are exaggerated,prolonged,and unreasonable and an extremely negative self- image prevails,the person most likely is suffering from a disorder.

A)dissociative
B)depressive
C)somatic symptom
D)neurocognitive

Question 19

A major depressive disorder is a mood disorder in which the person

A)is mostly depressed but has also had one or more episodes of hypomania.
B)has episodes of mania and also periods of deep depression.
C)has a moderate depression that persists for two years or more.
D)suffers one or more intense episodes of depression.

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of depressive disorders?

A)disturbed eating and sleep patterns
B)fleeting episodes of mania
C)an inability to feel pleasure
D)a negative self-image and feelings of worthlessness

Question 21

Maria has been been experiencing upsetting emotional ups and downs for many months.Although these "ups and downs" have not been intense,they have been disruptive for both her and her family.Maria most likely has

A)somatic symptom disorder.
B)bipolar I disorder.
C)cyclothymic disorder.
D)dysthymia.

Question 22

Bruce throws himself into a whirlwind of activity marked by extreme distractibility,rapid shifts and thoughts,constant talking,and restless movement.His behavior at times could also be described as a deep depression.Bruce is probably suffering from

A)bipolar I disorder.
B)bipolar II disorder.
C)seasonal affective disorder.
D)dysthymia.

Question 23

In which of the following states do individuals tend to be loud,elated,hyperactive,and may exhibit grandiose schemes and behavior,may get arrested,spend all of their savings,or get involved in pleasure binges of drinking,taking drugs,or promiscuous sex?

A)dysthymia
B)mania
C)conversion reaction
D)depersonalization

Question 24

Lowery has extreme feelings of failure and worthlessness and believes he is the most sinful person on earth and deserves to die.He has eaten little and rarely left his bed in the last several days.Lowery would be diagnosed with a __________ disorder.

A)major depressive
B)bipolar
C)cyclothymic
D)persistent depressive

Question 25

For the last several years,everything has looked bleak and hopeless to Felisa.She feels like a failure at work and a failure as a wife and mother.Recently she has stopped going to work,has become extremely withdrawn from her family,spends most of her time in bed,and has been having frequent suicidal thoughts.Felisa would most likely be diagnosed with a disorder.

A)major depressive
B)neurocognitive
C)cyclothymic
D)persistent depressive

Question 26

If mild to moderate depression alternates with periods when a person's mood is elevated,expansive,or irritable,the disorder is called

A)dysthymia.
B)cyclothymic disorder.
C)a conversion reaction.
D)dissociative disorder.

Question 27

Regarding major depressive disorders,which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)In serious cases of depression,it is impossible for a person to function at work or at school or to even feed or dress themselves.
B)In very severe cases of depression (or mania),persons may lose touch with reality and display psychotic symptoms.
C)A major depressive disorder is sometimes referred to as dysthymia.
D)The person with a major depression who attempts suicide intends to succeed and may give no prior warning.

Question 28

Which of the following is most characteristic of a bipolar I disorder?

A)unexplainable body aches accompanied by feelings of worthlessness
B)listlessness that is periodically displaced by anxiety attacks
C)sadness and guilt,with at least one episode of hypomania
D)extreme mania and deep depression

Question 29

Regarding major depression and suicide attempts,which of the following statements is TRUE?

A)Persons suffering from a major depression rarely attempt suicide.
B)A person suffering from a major depression usually gives numerous prior warnings before the suicide attempt.
C)The suicide attempts by people suffering from a major depression usually represent "a plea for help."
D)The person with a major depression who attempts suicide intends to succeed and may give no prior warning.

Question 30

During a manic state,a person is likely to show all of the following behaviors EXCEPT for

A)being loud,elated,hyperactive,and energetic.
B)having grandiose ideas with everything they do being of immense importance.
C)being subdued,withdrawn,and intensely suicidal.
D)going on pleasure binges,such as spending money or promiscuous sex.

Question 31

Which of the following is most characteristic of bipolar II disorder?

A)unexplainable body aches accompanied by feelings of worthlessness
B)listlessness that is periodically displaced by anxiety attacks
C)sadness and guilt,with at least one episode of hypomania
D)extreme mania and deep depression

Question 32

People go both "up" and "down" emotionally when they are experiencing

A)somatic symptom disorders.
B)neurocognitive disorders.
C)bipolar and related disorders.
D)dissociative disorders.

Question 33

A mood disorder in which the person has suffered one or more intense episodes of depression is called

A)persistent depressive disorder.
B)major depressive disorder.
C)cyclothymia.
D)dysthymia.

Question 34

Persons who suffer from a bipolar I disorder tend to show

A)hyperactive,agitated,manic behavior with episodes of deep depression.
B)total despair and hopelessness with an occasional episode of hypomania.
C)almost complete mutism with inappropriate posturing,referred to as "waxy flexibility."
D)somatic delusions or delusions of influence with frequent auditory and tactile hallucinations.

Question 35

For at least the last two years,Sara has been experiencing mild depression which alternates with periods of her being cheerful and expansive,but also irritable.These changes in her mood appear to be reactions to external events,and she has never experienced a psychotic episode.Sara would most likely be diagnosed with

A)major depressive disorder.
B)bipolar I disorder.
C)cyclothymic disorder.
D)dysthymia.

Question 36

A bipolar II disorder is a mood disorder in which the person

A)is mostly depressed but has also had one or more episodes of hypomania.
B)has episodes of mania and also periods of deep depression.
C)has a moderate depression that persists for two years or more.
D)who exhibits only mania with no depressive episodes.

Question 37

A bipolar I disorder is a mood disorder in which the person

A)is mostly depressed but has also had one or more episodes of hypomania.
B)has episodes of mania and also periods of deep depression.
C)has moderate manic and depressive behavior that persists for two years or more.
D)who exhibits only mania with no depressive episodes.

Question 38

At times Allen has had little need for sleep and can't stop talking with his mind seeming to race from idea to idea.Everything he does seems to him to be of immense importance,and he often spends too much money and "parties" too much during these times.However,he soon begins to feel extremely sad,worthless,and empty.Allen appears to be suffering from which disorder?

A)bipolar I disorder
B)bipolar II disorder
C)cyclothymic disorder
D)dythymia

Question 39

Calvin has been on a "pleasure binge" for the last three days.He has cleaned out his bank account spending the money on anything that gains his attention.He would be described as loud,elated,and hyperactive.A week ago he was feeling like a failure and was withdrawn and unhappy.Calvin would most likely be diagnosed with

A)schizophrenia.
B)bipolar disorder.
C)dysthymia.
D)dissociative disorder.

Question 40

A cyclothymic disorder is a mood disorder in which the person

A)suffers one or more intense episodes of depression.
B)has moderate manic and depressive behavior that persists for two years or more.
C)has a moderate depression that persists for two years or more.
D)suffers psychotic episodes due to an endogenous depressive disorder.

Question 41

According to the psychoanalytical theory,depression is caused by

A)learned helplessness.
B)self-criticism and self-defeating thoughts.
C)imbalances of serotonin and noradrenaline.
D)repressed anger that is turned inward as self-hate.

Question 42

Scientists interested in how brain chemicals affect mental disorders have found that lithium carbonate is effective in the treatment of

A)bipolar disorders.
B)conversion disorders.
C)phobias.
D)SAD.

Question 43

Occasionally,Tina can be very irritating to everyone around by being excessively cheerful,talking too fast,and interrupting the conversations of others.During these elated times,she often spends too much money.However,most of the time people would describe Tina as being mostly sad and guilt-ridden.Tina would most likely be diagnosed with

A)dysthymia.
B)SAD.
C)bipolar I disorder.
D)bipolar II disorder.

Question 44

Most of the time Gayle feels extremely sad,worthless,fatigued,and empty.However,at times she feels unusually good,cheerful,and very energetic.During these brief "up" periods,she usually talks too much,interrupts conversations,and just manages to irritate everyone around her.Gayle appears to have disorder.

A)bipolar I
B)bipolar II
C)somatic symptom with conversion
D)dissociative identity

Question 45

Which of the following has been shown to be effective in the treatment of bipolar disorder?

A)dopamine
B)glutamate
C)ECT
D)lithium carbonate

Question 46

The person who is mostly sad and guilt-ridden but has also had one or more mild manic episodes (hypomania)would be diagnosed with

A)bipolar I disorder.
B)bipolar II disorder.
C)conversion disorder.
D)persistent depressive disorder.

Question 47

Which theory holds that depression is caused by repressed anger turned inward as self-blame?

A)behavioral theory
B)psychoanalytic theory
C)existential theory
D)cognitive theory

Question 48

Depression that appears to be produced from within,perhaps by chemical imbalances in the brain,rather than as a reaction to life events are said to be

A)endogenous.
B)exogenous.
C)indigenous.
D)erogenous.

Question 49

Although people with bipolar II disorder are usually sad and guilt-ridden,they do exhibit an occasional episode in which they are excessively cheerful,aggressive,or irritable.They may brag,talk too fast,interrupt conversations,or spend too much money,and usually irritate everyone around them.These episodes involve

A)hypomania.
B)a fugue state.
C)panic attacks.
D)depersonalization.

Question 50

Regarding mood disorders,which of the following statements is TRUE?

A)Humanistic theory states that depression is caused by repressed anger.
B)Psychoanalytic theories of depression emphasize learned helplessness as the psychological cause.
C)If one identical twin is depressed,the other has a 97 percent chance of suffering from depression with the probability of fraternal twins being 50 percent.
D)Scientists believe that the brain chemicals of serotonin,noradrenaline,and dopamine are involved in mood disorders.

Question 51

Mood disorders often appear to be produced from within,that is,they have an cause.

A)endogenous
B)extraneous
C)erroneous
D)exogenous

Question 52

The likelihood that biological factors,especially brain chemicals,may be involved in mood disorders is suggested by

A)the effectiveness of lithium carbonate with bipolar disorder.
B)the increase in acetylcholine with those experiencing major depression.
C)traditional Freudian psychoanalytic theories.
D)behavioral studies of learned helplessness.

Question 53

Regarding the causes of mood disorders,which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Heredity appears to be a major factor in the development of bipolar disorders.
B)If one identical twin is depressed,the other has a 67 percent chance of suffering from depression.
C)People who have a particular version of a gene are more likely to become depressed when they are stressed.
D)The probability of fraternal twins both having a depressive disorder is 50 percent.

Question 54

If one identical twin is depressed,what percent chance does the other twin have of suffering depression?

A)28 percent
B)43 percent
C)67 percent
D)86 percent

Question 55

Shawn has been mostly depressed for several years but occassionally shows hypomania.Shawn would most likely be diagnosed with disorder.

A)bipolar I
B)bipolar II
C)persistent depressive
D)major depressive

Question 56

Marian is very depressed.Her therapist tells her that her anger has been displaced and turned inward as self-blame and self­hate.Marian's therapist has explained Marian's depression,according to the theory.

A)behavioral
B)psychoanalytic
C)existential
D)cognitive

Question 57

If one fraternal twin is depressed,what percent chance does the other fraternal twin have of suffering depression?

A)19 percent
B)33 percent
C)52 percent
D)67 percent

Question 58

Regarding the causes of mood disorders,which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)When a depression appears to be produced from within,perhaps by chemical imbalances in the brain,rather than as a reaction to life events,it is said to be exogenous.
B)Heredity appears to be a major factor in the more severe (major)mood disorders,especially bipolar disorders.
C)People who have a particular version of a gene are more likely to become depressed when they are stressed.
D)If one identical twin is depressed,the other has a 67 percent chance of suffering from depression with a probability of 19 percent of both fraternal twins becoming depressed.

Question 59

Hypomania is the term that refers to manic episodes.

A)the absence of
B)severe
C)mild
D)unexpected

Question 60

Scientists interested in how brain chemicals and transmitter substances affect mood changes have focused on all of the following EXCEPT

A)serotonin.
B)noradrenaline.
C)acetylcholine.
D)dopamine.

Question 61

It has been 24 hours since Jazmine gave birth to a healthy baby boy.However,during this second day,Jazmine has been very tense and irritable and cries frequently.By the end of the next day,she is beginning to feel more like "her old self." Jazmine is experiencing

A)postpartum depression.
B)motherese.
C)maternity blues.
D)childbirth-related dysthymia.

Question 62

Negative,distorted,or self-defeating thoughts underlie depression,according to the theory.

A)psychoanalytic
B)cognitive
C)behavioral
D)Gestalt

Question 63

In the development of the more severe (major)mood disorders,which of the following seem(s)to play the largest role?

A)biological factors
B)social factors
C)learned helplessness
D)how a person handles anger

Question 64

Depression is caused by learned helplessness,according to the theory.

A)psychoanalytic
B)cognitive
C)behavioral
D)humanistic

Question 65

After childbirth,women may experience a mild depression lasting from one to two days after delivery,which is marked by crying,fitful sleep,tension,anger,and irritability.This mild depression is known as

A)postpartum depression.
B)motherese.
C)maternity blues.
D)childbirth-related dysthymia.

Question 66

Regarding pregnancy and childbirth,the two most common forms of depression experienced by women are

A)maternity blues and postpartum depression.
B)dysthmia and cyclothymic disorder.
C)endogenous and exogenous depressions.
D)emotional burnout and sleep-deprivation depression.

Question 67

Regarding depression,which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Life stresses trigger many mood disorders,especially for people who have personality traits and thinking patterns that make them more vulnerable to depression.
B)Although psychological causes are important in many cases of depression,biological factors seem to play a larger role for the more severe (major)mood disorders.
C)Psychoanalytic theory holds that negative,distorted,or self-defeating thoughts underlie depression.
D)Behavioral theories view depression as being caused by learned helplessness.

Question 68

Approximately what percent of all women experience "maternity blues" from one to two days after childbirth?

A)one to three percent
B)10 to 20 percent
C)25 to 50 percent
D)65 to 85 percent

Question 69

Factors that contribute to women's greater risk of depression include

A)the strain of providing emotional support to others.
B)conflicts about birth control and pregnancy.
C)poverty.
D)all of these.

Question 70

Regarding gender and depression,which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Overall,women are about 25 percent more likely than men to experience depression.
B)Hormonal fluctuations likely play a role in cases of depression involving pregnancy,menstruation,and menopause.
C)Researchers believe that social and environmental conditions are the main reason for the gender difference in depression.
D)Psychosocial factors that contribute to women's greater risk for depression include conflicts about birth control and pregnancy,work and parenting,and the strain of providing emotional support for others.

Question 71

Sierra constantly criticizes her appearance and her abilities and downplays her many accomplishments.These negative,self-defeating thoughts have led to her long-standing depression,according to the theory.

A)psychoanalytic
B)behavioral
C)cognitive
D)existential

Question 72

According to behavioral theory,depression is caused by

A)learned helplessness.
B)self-criticism and self-defeating thoughts.
C)imbalances of serotonin and noradrenaline.
D)repressed anger that is turned inward as self-hate.

Question 73

Women are 50 percent more likely to experience depression than men,with the main reason for this difference being

A)sex-linked traits.
B)hormonal levels.
C)differences in the size of the corpus callosum and the amygdala.
D)social and environmental conditions.

Question 74

According to cognitive psychologists,depression is caused by

A)learned helplessness.
B)self-criticism and self-defeating thoughts.
C)imbalances of serotonin and noradrenaline.
D)repressed anger that is turned inward as self-hate.

Question 75

Jasmine has been very depressed.Her therapist utilizes aspects of mastery training to help her to overcome her learned helplessness.Jasmine's therapist is most likely a therapist.

A)psychoanalytic
B)behavioral
C)cognitive
D)humanistic

Question 76

Regarding women and depression,which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Poor women frequently suffer depression due to the stresses associated with single parenthood,loss of control over their lives,poor housing,and dangerous neighborhoods.
B)Researchers believe that hormonal fluctuations in women are the main reason for the higher rate of depression in women than in men.
C)After pregnancy and childbirth,many women face a high risk of becoming depressed.
D)Marital strife,sexual and physical abuse,and work and parenting are some of the factors that contribute to the development of depression in women.

Question 77

By what percent are women more likely to experience depression than men?

A)10 percent
B)22 percent
C)50 percent
D)72 percent

Question 78

Regarding women and depression,which of the following statements is FALSE?

A)Women are 50 percent more likely than men to experience depression.
B)Nationwide,women and children are most likely to live in poverty,which adds to depression.
C)Genetic and brain structure differences are the main reasons for the different rates of depression in men and women.
D)Marital strife,sexual and physical abuse,and conflicts about birth control and pregnancy are some of the factors that contribute to the development of depression in women.

Question 79

Factors that contribute to women's greater risk of depression include all of the following EXCEPT

A)sex-linked traits.
B)work and parenting.
C)poverty.
D)sexual and physical abuse.

Question 80

An estimated 25 to 50 percent of women experience maternity blues,a mild depression that usually lasts from

A)one to two days after childbirth.
B)one to three months after childbirth.
C)three to six months after childbirth.
D)two to 12 months after childbirth.