Question 1

Which of the following is the term that refers to feelings of apprehension,dread,or uneasiness?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety is defined as feelings of apprehension, dread, or uneasiness. Fear refers specifically to a reaction to a perceived threat or danger, while phobia refers to an intense and irrational fear of a specific object or situation. Depression refers to a mood disorder characterized by feelings of sadness and hopelessness.

Question 2

Juanita worries excessively about her children,her job,her house,and her finances to the point that she stays so nervous that she cannot get anything done.This continuing sense of foreboding has interfered with her ability to sleep,eat,and enjoy life for at least six months.Juanita suffers from a _______ disorder.

Accepted Answer

Juanita's excessive worrying and anxiety about multiple areas of her life that has persisted for at least six months is consistent with a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder. Panic disorder is characterized by recurrent panic attacks, somatic symptom disorder involves physical symptoms without a clear medical explanation, and cyclothymic disorder involves mood swings between hypomania and mild depression.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. People with anxiety-related disorders often use defense mechanisms such as denial, repression, or rationalization to reduce their stress and discomfort. However, these defense mechanisms can sometimes be maladaptive and contribute to the maintenance of their anxiety.

Question 4

Which types of problems involve pervasive feelings of insecurity,inferiority,and a dissatisfaction with life with the person exhibiting restrictive,self-defeating behavior patterns and a tendency to use elaborate defense mechanisms or avoidance responses to get through the day?

Accepted Answer

The description in the question corresponds to symptoms of anxiety-related disorders, such as generalized anxiety disorder or social anxiety disorder. The pervasive feelings of insecurity, inferiority, and dissatisfaction with life are characteristic of anxiety, and the restrictive and self-defeating behavior patterns, as well as defense mechanisms and avoidance responses, are commonly used to cope with anxiety. Psychotic disorders involve a loss of touch with reality, delusional disorders involve fixed false beliefs, and cyclothymic disorders involve mood swings between hypomania and depression, none of which match the description given in the question.

Question 5

In which disorder do the victims have occasional,unexpected anxiety attacks in which they believe that they are having a heart attack,are going insane,or are about to die?

Accepted Answer

The disorder described is panic disorder, which is characterized by sudden and unexpected panic attacks that involve intense fear and physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and nausea. People with panic disorder often worry about having future panic attacks and may develop avoidance behaviors to try to prevent them.

Question 6

Jan is experiencing pervasive feelings of stress,insecurity,inferiority,and dissatisfaction with life.She avoids any situation that increases these feelings of stress,such as skipping class on test days and withdrawing from her sociology class because a short speech was required during the semester.Jan is exhibiting symptoms of a(n)

Accepted Answer

Jan is exhibiting symptoms of anxiety-related problems as she is experiencing pervasive feelings of stress, insecurity, inferiority, and dissatisfaction with life. Her avoidance of situations that cause stress like skipping class on test days and withdrawing from a class show signs of anxiety.

Question 7

Annabelle is in the grocery store when she notices her heart is racing,and she becomes very dizzy.She is shaking so that she is barely able to stand up,and she cannot seem to get enough air and begins to hyperventilate.Annabelle thinks that maybe she is having a heart attack or going insane.She was fine a few minutes ago. Annabelle is exhibiting symptoms of a

Accepted Answer

Annabelle's symptoms, such as racing heart, dizziness, shaking, and hyperventilation, are typical of a panic attack, which is the hallmark of panic disorder. Factitious disorder is characterized by the intentional production of physical or psychological symptoms, conversion disorder involves neurological symptoms that cannot be explained by any underlying medical condition, and dissociative fugue involves sudden travel away from home and confusion about personal identity. None of these disorders fit Annabelle's symptoms.

Question 8

When people suffer with chronic anxiety but also experience brief moments of sudden,intense,unexpected episodes that involve a racing heart,dizziness,choking,trembling,and/or fears of losing control,then the person would most likely be diagnosed with a

Accepted Answer

The symptoms described suggest a diagnosis of panic disorder, which is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks that are often accompanied by physical symptoms such as racing heart, dizziness, and trembling. Panic disorder is different from somatic symptom disorder, which involves excessive anxiety about physical symptoms, and factitious disorder, which involves intentionally producing or exaggerating symptoms for the purpose of assuming a sick role. Dysthymia is a type of depression that involves persistent low mood and is not related to the symptoms described.

Question 9

In general,anxiety-related problems involve all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Alternating episodes of depression and hypomania are not typically associated with anxiety-related problems. Rather, they are characteristic of bipolar disorders. The other options, pervasive feelings of stress, insecurity, and inferiority; a tendency to use rigid defense mechanisms; and restrictive, self-defeating behavior patterns are all common features of anxiety-related problems.

Question 10

Social phobia,specific phobia,and agoraphobia are classified as _______ disorders.

Accepted Answer

Social phobia, specific phobia, and agoraphobia are types of anxiety disorders, which involve excessive fear or worry about a specific situation or object. Factitious disorder involves the intentional production or feigning of physical or psychological symptoms for attention, while somatic symptom disorder involves excessive concern or preoccupation with physical symptoms. Neurocognitive disorders involve impairment in cognitive functioning due to conditions such as Alzheimer's disease or traumatic brain injury.

Question 11

Regarding gender differences in anxiety disorders,it was found that

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that more women than men have both generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder. This could be due to a variety of factors, including hormonal differences, societal expectations and gender roles, and life stressors. However, it is worth noting that men may be less likely to seek treatment for anxiety disorders, which could lead to underestimation of their prevalence in this population.

Question 12

Anna has been extremely anxious and worried for at least six months.Her concentration is poor,her mood is irritable,and she always seems to be breathless with profuse sweating and a rapid heart rate.Anna is most likely suffering from a _______ disorder.

Accepted Answer

Anna's symptoms are consistent with those of generalized anxiety disorder, which is characterized by excessive and persistent worry, accompanied by physical symptoms such as difficulty concentrating, irritability, breathlessness, profuse sweating, and rapid heart rate. Factitious and dissociative disorders are not consistent with Anna's symptoms, and while cyclothymic disorder involves mood disturbances, it typically involves episodes of hypomania and depression rather than anxiety.

Question 13

Roger stays in a chronic state of tension and constantly worries about his job and his family.He often experiences profuse sweating,a racing heart,rapid breathing,and an upset stomach.There is a good chance that Roger is experiencing

Accepted Answer

Roger's symptoms are consistent with those of generalized anxiety disorder, which is characterized by chronic and excessive worrying and tension, as well as physical symptoms such as sweating, a racing heart, rapid breathing, and gastrointestinal distress. Bipolar II disorder involves episodes of depression and hypomania, but Roger's symptoms do not suggest these mood episodes. Neurocognitive disorders involve a decline in cognitive function, but Roger's symptoms primarily involve physical symptoms and anxiety. Factitious disorder involves intentionally faking or producing symptoms for the purpose of receiving medical attention, which does not seem to fit Roger's situation.

Question 14

In any given year,what percent of the adult population in the U.S.is suffering from an anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 18% of adults in the United States experience an anxiety disorder in a given year.

Question 15

A chronic state of tension and worry about work,relationships,ability,or impending disaster describes which disorder?

Accepted Answer

The chronic state of tension and worry about work, relationships, ability, or impending disaster is a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). GAD is characterized by excessive and uncontrollable worry about a variety of everyday problems and situations. Symptoms of GAD include restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, irritability, muscle tension, and sleep disturbances.

Question 16

In most cases,a person with an anxiety disorder

Accepted Answer

A person with an anxiety disorder often experiences distress that seems greatly out of proportion to the circumstances. This excessive and irrational fear can lead to avoidance or distress that interferes with daily functioning.

Question 17

Regarding anxiety-related problems,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

The statement "In any given year, roughly 35 percent of the adult population suffers from an anxiety disorder" is false. According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 19% of adults in the United States have experienced an anxiety disorder in the past year.

Question 18

Which pair of disorders would be considered anxiety-related disorders?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety-related disorders are those that involve excessive fear or anxiety in response to certain stimuli or situations. Dissociative and somatic symptom disorders both involve anxiety as a key feature. Bipolar and depressive disorders involve mood disturbances rather than anxiety, while paraphilic and personality disorders involve deviations in sexual behavior or patterns of thought and behavior, respectively. Schizophrenia and delusional disorders involve psychosis and disturbances in perception and thought, rather than anxiety.

Question 19

Which of the following is the best example of generalized anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

Generalized anxiety disorder is characterized by persistent and excessive worry about a number of different things. Option D describes Greg's persistent worry as being vague and pervasive, which aligns with the criteria for generalized anxiety disorder. The other options describe specific phobias (option B), panic disorder with agoraphobia (option A), and panic attacks (option C), which are not specific to generalized anxiety disorder.

Question 20

Which of the following would NOT be considered anxiety-related disorders?

Accepted Answer

Delusional disorders are characterized by the presence of persistent false beliefs that are not related to anxiety, fear, or worry. Instead, individuals with delusional disorders may experience paranoia or grandiosity, among other symptoms.

Quiz 63: Psychological Disorders: Anxiety-Based Disorders and Personality Disorders