Question 1

What is the name of the culture-bound syndrome that results from a perceived insult and is followed by a period of brooding and then a violent outburst during which the person may attack others and not remember doing so?

Accepted Answer

Amok is a culture-bound syndrome found in Southeast Asia and the Malay Archipelago. It is characterized by a period of brooding or agitation, followed by a sudden and violent outburst during which the person may attack others and not remember doing so. The syndrome is believed to result from a perceived insult or loss of status.

Question 2

When a psychologist or psychiatrist is using the DSM-IV-TR as a guide to evaluating a client,he or she would assess the client on each of five:

Accepted Answer

The DSM-IV-TR (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision) uses a multi-axial system for the evaluation of clients. The five axes include: Axis I - clinical disorders (e.g. anxiety, mood disorders), Axis II - personality disorders and mental retardation, Axis III - general medical conditions, Axis IV - psychosocial and environmental problems (e.g. financial, housing issues), and Axis V - global assessment of functioning (GAF) score. The use of these axes provides a comprehensive understanding of the client's mental health status and needs.

Question 3

Excessive or unrealistic fearfulness and anxiety are characteristic of:

Accepted Answer

Excessive or unrealistic fearfulness and anxiety are characteristic symptoms of anxiety disorders.

Question 4

Miguel has a great job,is well educated,and has a loving family.Despite these positive aspects of his life,he experiences anxiety every day.When asked by his therapist the reason for his anxiety,he says,"I don't know why.I don't have any reason to feel anxious,yet I worry all the time." The therapist diagnoses Miguel as having ______ anxiety.

Accepted Answer

Free-floating anxiety is anxiety that is not tied to any particular situation or object and can be difficult to identify the source of the anxiety. Miguel's anxiety is not based on any specific reason or situation, which fits the definition of free-floating anxiety.

Question 5

Disorders such as koro,susto,and amok are considered:

Accepted Answer

Koro, susto, and amok are all examples of culture-bound syndromes, which means they are specific to certain cultures and not recognized as disorders in other cultures. Koro is a belief in Southeast Asian cultures that the genitals are retracting into the body, causing anxiety and panic. Susto is a fear of soul loss and is commonly found in Latin American cultures. Amok is a frenzy of violence found in Southeast Asian cultures. These syndromes cannot be fully understood without taking into account the sociocultural context in which they are found. Therefore, option D is the correct choice as it refers to culture-bound syndromes.

Question 6

The _______ is used to help psychological professionals diagnose psychological disorders.

Accepted Answer

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is specifically designed to help psychological professionals diagnose and classify psychological disorders. The Physician's Desk Reference is related to medication information, and there are no textbooks with the exact titles of "Textbook of Psychological Disorders" or "Textbook of Physiological Disorders."

Question 7

Which of the following statements is TRUE about anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Some anxiety can be considered realistic when its source is understandable, such as feeling anxious before a job interview or a test. It only becomes a disorder when it is excessive, persistent, and interferes with daily functioning. Therefore, statement A, C, and D are not true.

Question 8

Free-floating anxiety refers to anxiety that is:

Accepted Answer

Free-floating anxiety is anxiety that is not related to any specific or known source. It is characterized by a general sense of unease, worry or fear that is often difficult to identify or articulate.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true about the DSM-IV-TR?

Accepted Answer

The DSM-IV-TR (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition, Text Revision) is a classification and diagnostic tool used by mental health professionals. It provides a comprehensive list of symptoms for various mental disorders and includes a checklist of specific criteria that must be met for diagnosis. Therefore, statement A is true. Statements B, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of the DSM-IV-TR.

Question 10

Which axis of the DSM-IV-TR contains an overall judgment made by the psychological professional of the person's mental health and adjustment based on a scale from 0 to 100?

Accepted Answer

Axis V, also known as the Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF), contains an overall judgment made by the psychological professional of the person's mental health and adjustment based on a scale from 0 to 100. This rating takes into consideration the person's current symptoms, functioning in various areas of life (such as work, social relationships, and self-care), and overall level of distress.

Question 11

Axis III of the DSM-IV-TR includes:

Accepted Answer

Axis III of the DSM-IV-TR includes all physical disorders that might impact a person's psychological adjustment, such as medical conditions or illnesses.

Question 12

Which of the following is an anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

Phobic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by intense, irrational fear and avoidance of an object or situation. Bipolar disorder, conversion disorder, and schizophrenia are all different types of mental disorders, but not anxiety disorders.

Question 13

Axis IV of the DSM-IV-TR includes:

Accepted Answer

Axis IV of the DSM-IV-TR includes information about problems in the person's life that might affect adjustment, such as death of a loved one. It does not include physical disorders or an overall judgment of the person's mental health. Personality disorders are listed on Axis II.

Question 14

The primary purpose of the DSM-IV-TR is to:

Accepted Answer

The primary purpose of the DSM-IV-TR is to help psychological professionals diagnose psychological disorders, by providing a standardized diagnostic tool that allows for a common language and criteria to be used in clinical practice. The DSM-IV-TR is not focused on assessing normal behavior, nor on describing the causes of physiological disorders. While the DSM-IV-TR does classify mental disorders into different diagnostic categories, it is not designed to keep the number of categories to a minimum; rather, it aims to provide a comprehensive and detailed classification system.

Question 15

Axis II of the DSM-IV-TR consists of:

Accepted Answer

Axis II of the DSM-IV-TR includes personality disorders and mental retardation, while Axis I includes clinical disorders that may be a focus of clinical attention. Axis III includes any medical or physical problems, while Axis IV includes psychosocial and environmental problems. Lastly, Axis V is used for a global assessment of functioning.

Question 16

Axis I of the DSM-IV-TR consists of:

Accepted Answer

Axis I includes clinical disorders (such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, etc.) and other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention, such as substance use disorders and eating disorders. Axis II includes personality disorders and mental retardation. Axis III includes relevant medical conditions, and Axis IV includes psychosocial and environmental problems. Axis V includes the global assessment of functioning.

Question 17

What do psychologists call disorders that are found only in particular cultures?

Accepted Answer

Psychologists call disorders that are found only in particular cultures as culture-bound syndromes.

Question 18

Dr.Nwoambi is a psychologist who is currently evaluating a new client.Dr.Nwoambi would most likely refer to the _________ to assist her in diagnosing her client's psychological disorder.

Accepted Answer

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is the standard reference for classifying psychological disorders in the United States. It provides criteria for diagnosing specific psychological disorders based on symptoms and behaviors. Therefore, Dr. Nwoambi would most likely refer to the DSM to assist in diagnosing her client's psychological disorder. The Physician's Desk Reference is a resource for prescription medication information, and the textbooks of psychological and physiological disorders may provide background information but are not specific diagnostic tools.

Question 19

In any given year,about ______ percent of adults over the age of 18 suffer from a mental disorder.

Accepted Answer

Approximately 20% of adults over the age of 18 experience a mental disorder in any given year, according to mental health statistics.

Question 20

The disorder or culture-bound syndrome in which men fear that their penis is shrinking is primarily found in which country?

Accepted Answer

The disorder is known as Koro and is primarily found in China and some other parts of Southeast Asia. It involves the fear that one's genitals are retracting and will disappear.

Quiz 13: Psychological Disorders