Question 1

Any behavior that does not allow a person to function within or adapt to the stresses and everyday demands of life is considered__________.&#10;A)deviant&#10;B)uncomfortable&#10;C)rare&#10;D)maladaptive

Accepted Answer

The term "maladaptive" refers to behavior that is not conducive to functioning in daily life or adapting to the demands and stresses of life. It is a common criterion used to diagnose mental health disorders. Deviant behavior may or may not be maladaptive, and uncomfortable or rare behavior is not necessarily indicative of a mental health problem.

Question 2

Severe depression that comes on suddenly and seems to have no external cause is called ______.&#10;A)dysthymia&#10;B)bipolar disorder&#10;C)hypomania&#10;D)major depressive disorder

Accepted Answer

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is characterized by experiencing significant symptoms of depression, such as sadness, low energy, and decreased interest in activities, for at least two weeks, without any apparent external cause. MDD often comes on suddenly and can be severe enough to interfere with everyday functioning. Dysthymia is a milder, but longer-lasting form of depression lasting at least two years, while bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by cycling between periods of depression and periods of elevated mood, known as hypomania.

Question 3

The primary purpose of the DSM-5 is to _____.&#10;A)help psychologists assess only normal behavior&#10;B)keep the number of diagnostic categories of mental disorders to a minimum&#10;C)help psychological professionals diagnose psychological disorders&#10;D)describe the causes of common physiological disorders

Accepted Answer

The DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) is a manual used by psychological professionals to diagnose and classify different psychological disorders. It is not focused on normal behavior (A) or the causes of physiological disorders (D), and it includes a wide range of diagnostic categories (more than previous versions) instead of keeping them to a minimum (B).

Question 4

How many axes of data are considered in a diagnosis based on the DSM-5?&#10;A)1&#10;B)2&#10;C)4&#10;D)5

Accepted Answer

The DSM-5 uses a non-axial system for diagnosis, considering all relevant information in a single comprehensive assessment rather than multiple axes as in previous versions.

Question 5

During the Renaissance,abnormal behavior was believed to result from ______.&#10;A)witchcraft&#10;B)demon possession&#10;C)disease organisms&#10;D)body fluid imbalance

Accepted Answer

The answer of During the Renaissance,abnormal behavior was believed to...

Question 6

According to the behaviorists,disordered behavior is a result of _____________.&#10;A)repressed thoughts and memories that try to resurface&#10;B)a set of learned responses&#10;C)illogical thinking patterns&#10;D)chemical imbalances and brain damage

Accepted Answer

According to behaviorists, disordered behavior is a result of a set of learned responses. They believe that all behavior, including abnormal behavior, is learned through experiences and therefore can be unlearned or changed through conditioning techniques. They do not attribute disordered behavior to repressed thoughts and memories, illogical thinking patterns, or chemical imbalances and brain damage.

Question 7

In which disorder does a person seem to experience at least two or more distinct personalities existing in one body?&#10;A)schizophrenia&#10;B)panic disorder&#10;C)depersonalization&#10;D)dissociative identity disorder

Accepted Answer

Dissociative identity disorder (DID), formerly known as multiple personality disorder, is a disorder in which a person's identity is fragmented into two or more distinct personalities. These personalities may have unique names, behaviors, and memories, and the transition between them can be sudden and unexpected. Schizophrenia is a disorder that involves a range of symptoms, such as hallucinations and delusions, but not multiple personalities. Panic disorder and depersonalization involve feelings of anxiety and disconnection from oneself, but not multiple personalities.

Question 8

What is the best way to describe the positive symptoms of schizophrenia?&#10;A)clearly identifiable symptoms&#10;B)a decrease in normal functioning&#10;C)an excess or distortion of normal functions&#10;D)symptoms that psychologists are certain are occurring

Accepted Answer

Positive symptoms of schizophrenia are characterized by an excess or distortion of normal functions, such as delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech or behavior, and bizarre or inappropriate motor behavior. These symptoms are clearly identifiable and can be observed by psychologists, but they are not necessarily beneficial or desirable.

Question 9

Which of the following is an anxiety disorder?&#10;A)bipolar disorder&#10;B)conversion disorder&#10;C)phobic disorder&#10;D)schizophrenia

Accepted Answer

Phobic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by extreme and irrational fear of a specific object or situation. Bipolar disorder, conversion disorder, and schizophrenia are not anxiety disorders.

Question 10

Kevin shows a pattern of instability in his relationships,self-image,and feelings.As such,he most likely has ________ personality disorder.&#10;A)antisocial&#10;B)borderline&#10;C)dependent&#10;D)avoidant

Accepted Answer

The description given fits the criteria for borderline personality disorder, which is characterized by instability in relationships, self-image, and emotions. Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a disregard for the rights of others, and dependent personality disorder is characterized by an excessive need for others to take care of them. Avoidant personality disorder is characterized by extreme social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to criticism.

Deck 14: A: Psychological Disorders