Deck 12: Mental Health

Question 1

Which of the following statements is true?

A) Mental illnesses are usually the result of extremely disturbing experiences during childhood.
B) The current DSM classifies homosexuality as a "common but fairly harmless" mental illness.
C) Social context influences how societies classify mental illness.
D) All of these are correct.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that about __________ of American adults have experienced some kind of mental disorder in the past year.

A) 5%
B) 10%
C) 20%
D) 50%

Answer 2

C

Question 3

About __________ of all Americans will experience mental illness in their lifetimes.

A) 75%
B) 50%
C) 25%
D) 10%

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Factors preventing Americans from getting adequate health care include:

A) stigma.
B) lack of money to pay for care.
C) lack of knowledge about where to find services.
D) All of these are correct.

Question 5

During middle and high school, female students tend to:

A) get lower grades than boys, but have more school-related stress.
B) get higher grades than boys, but have more school-related stress.
C) get lower grades than boys, but have less school-related stress.
D) get higher grades than boys, and have less school-related stress.

Question 6

Which of the following statements about mental illness and substance is not true?

A) Women may begin using recreational drugs to cope with symptoms of a mental illness.
B) Women with substance abuse problems are more likely to develop mental health issues later on.
C) Rehabilitation facilities, psychiatrists, and psychologists are legally required to be trained in both coping with mental health issues and helping a person recover from substance abuse problems.
D) All of these are correct.

Question 7

Which of the following mental illnesses is more common among women than among men?

A) Anorexia nervosa
B) Seasonal affective disorder
C) Depression
D) All of these are correct.

Question 8

Which mental illness is commonly mistaken for dementia (or seen with dementia) in the elderly?

A) Depression
B) Panic disorder
C) Bipolar disorder
D) Phobias

Question 9

Compared to women, men are more likely to:

A) have borderline personality disorder.
B) suffer from clinical depression.
C) die from attempted suicide.
D) have eating disorders.

Question 10

Which of the following is not part of the stress response?

A) Increased blood flow to the brain and muscles
B) Increased blood flow to the immune and digestive systems
C) Temporary improvements in reflexes and muscle strength
D) All of these are part of the stress response.

Question 11

What national research organization is dedicated to improving mental health?

A) CDC
B) SAMHSA
C) NIMH
D) DHHS

Question 12

Which of the following symptoms is not a typical symptom of depression?

A) Low energy level
B) Sleep disturbances
C) Impulsive behavior
D) Loss of interest in pleasurable activities

Question 13

For the past 4 months, Myrtle has lost interest in her hobbies and has had difficulty concentrating on her job. She complains of having little energy to clean her house, buy groceries, or cook meals, and she locks herself alone in the bathroom, sitting by herself for hours on end. Myrtle's responses and feelings are characteristics of what mental illness?

A) Anorexia
B) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
C) Depression
D) Personality disorder

Question 14

Which of the following factors increases a person's likelihood of developing depression?

A) Unemployment
B) Male gender
C) An advanced degree
D) All of these are correct.

Question 15

Luna experiences periods of normal behavior followed by periods when her moods cycle from abnormally "up" to very "down." She is probably suffering from:

A) bipolar disorder.
B) schizophrenia.
C) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
D) postpartum depression.

Question 16

Which of the following statements concerning treatments for mood disorders is not true?

A) Symptoms and risk factors for dysthymia are similar to those for depression.
B) Most people with depression respond positively to treatment.
C) Most women with depression do not seek out treatment.
D) People with dysthymia respond better to medication than they do to long-term therapy.

Question 17

What type of mental illness is the most common in the United States?

A) Mood disorders
B) Personality disorders
C) Eating disorders
D) Anxiety disorders

Question 18

A chronic, powerful sense of tension and worry is called:

A) a phobia.
B) generalized anxiety disorder.
C) panic disorder.
D) a compulsion.

Question 19

During a devastating flood, the crew of a rescue helicopter saved Muriel. Within seconds of being plucked from the roof of her home, she watched as the floodwaters destroyed her home. Since the catastrophe, she has been irritable and anxious and has had flashbacks of the event. She is probably suffering from:

A) posttraumatic stress disorder.
B) dissociative disorder.
C) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
D) dementia.

Question 20

Which of the following statements concerning posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is true?

A) Women are three times more likely than men to experience traumatic events in their lives.
B) People with PTSD often become emotionally numb to the world around them.
C) Repeated exposure to different traumatic events "toughens up" a person's psyche, making him or her less vulnerable to PTSD.
D) All of these are correct.

Question 21

Which of the following statements concerning eating disorders is not true?

A) White women and adolescents are more likely to develop eating disorders than other U.S. racial and ethnic groups.
B) Women with anorexia tend to have a phobic reaction towards food, and will refuse to talk about or handle food in public.
C) Women who develop unhealthy eating habits can alter their hormone levels, making them more vulnerable to disordered eating behaviors.
D) Biology affects a person's vulnerability to developing an eating disorder.

Question 22

The female athlete triad consists of:

A) disordered eating, depression, and diabetes.
B) disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis.
C) disordered eating, bingeing, and personality disorder.
D) disordered eating, anxiety, and depression.

Question 23

Which of the following is not a sign or symptom of anorexia nervosa?

A) Absence of three consecutive menstrual periods
B) Feeling fat despite being very thin
C) Intense fear of weight gain
D) Repeated bingeing and purging

Question 24

Both perfectionistic tendencies and low self-esteem are associated with:

A) generalized anxiety disorder.
B) bulimia.
C) seasonal affective disorder.
D) anorexia.

Question 25

Women with anorexia often also exhibit __________ behaviors.

A) antisocial
B) obsessive-compulsive
C) phobic
D) bipolar

Question 26

Which of the following is not a typical sign or symptom of bulimia nervosa?

A) Extreme concern with body weight and shape
B) Feeling out of control during binges
C) Loss of at least 15% body weight
D) Purging after bingeing

Question 27

Which of the following is a typical characteristic of people with binge eating disorder?

A) Repeated bingeing and purging
B) Loss of 15% or more of body weight
C) History of weight fluctuations
D) All of these are correct.

Question 28

Which of the following forms of mental illness is more likely to be seen among middle- and upper-class, high-achieving women?

A) Eating disorders
B) Dementia
C) Schizophrenia
D) All of these are correct.

Question 29

People with __________ have distorted and rigid thoughts and behaviors that make it impossible to live productive lives and have satisfying relationships.

A) personality disorders
B) postpartum psychosis
C) mood disorders
D) panic attacks

Question 30

Sybil has delusions and frequently hears voices that are not there. Additionally, she is unable to manage her emotions and think clearly. As a result, she has no friends and cannot remain employed. Given this information, she is probably suffering from what disease?

A) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
B) Schizophrenia
C) Panic attacks
D) Dissociative personality disorder

Question 31

Which of the following statements concerning suicide is true?

A) People living with firearms are no more likely to commit suicide than the general population.
B) Pharmaceutical medication is the most commonly used treatment for suicide in the United States.
C) A woman who has a friend or relative commit suicide has a higher chance of suicide herself.
D) About one-half of the people who commit suicide have a substance abuse problem or some form of diagnosable mental illness.

Question 32

Depersonalization disorder involves persistent feelings of:

A) detachment or disconnection from the world.
B) deep sadness and apathy.
C) memory loss.
D) All of these are correct.

Question 33

Major risk factors for suicide include:

A) depression.
B) divorce or separation.
C) substance abuse.
D) All of these are correct.

Question 34

Which of the following statements is true?

A) Getting enough sleep and eating a healthy diet are important for both mental and physical health,
B) Depression is rare among women older than 40 years.
C) Women with mental illness are no more likely than the general population to abuse drugs.
D) Once a woman becomes mentally ill, she usually stays that way for life.

Question 35

Medications for treating mental illness:

A) are typically used for short-term relief of symptoms.
B) are the basis for cognitive behavioral therapy.
C) usually work best when paired with some form of psychotherapy.
D) All of these are correct.

Question 36

Most people with mental illnesses regularly access medical treatment.

Question 37

A combination of biological, environmental, and cultural factors contribute to mental illness.

Question 38

Acute, or short-term instances, of stress, often have serious consequences for mental health.

Question 39

In the United States, eating disorders and panic disorders are more common in women than in men.

Question 40

Adults older than 60 years are more likely than the general population to commit suicide.

Question 41

Among young adults, mental illnesses cause more death and injury than cancer.

Question 42

People receiving treatment for mental illnesses are significantly more likely to commit crimes than the general population.

Question 43

Most people with depression are unaware that the disease has affected their mood and thinking patterns.

Question 44

One form of depression can be caused by seasonal changes in daylight hours or from lack of exposure to daylight.

Question 45

Most people with depression do not seek help.

Question 46

Dysthymia is a form of depression that usually lasts for years or decades.

Question 47

Antidepressant medications often attempt to restore a person's neurotransmitter levels to a healthy state.

Question 48

Women and men are equally likely to develop obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Question 49

Compared with women who have anorexia, women with bulimia are generally much more likely to recognize that they have an eating disorder.

Question 50

A histrionic personality disorder, in which a person constantly seeks attention and approval, is one of the most commonly diagnosed personality disorders in women.

Question 51

Female suicide is a problem largely confined to the United States and Western Europe.

Question 52

Suicide is primarily seen in developed countries, such as the United States, Canada, and most of Western Europe.

Question 53

Chronic stress, while often irritating, is generally not a health concern for women younger than 50 years.

Question 54

Give your own definition of "good mental health."

Question 55

Name three mental illnesses that are more common in women than in men. Name two possible reasons for these discrepancies.

Question 56

Explain how chronic stress can affect mental and physical health over the short and long term.

Question 57

What are anxiety disorders? Give three examples of specific anxiety disorders.

Question 58

Give three reasons why women with eating disorders rarely seek treatment for their illness.

Question 59

What are dissociative disorders? When are they likely to appear?

Question 60

What mood disorder are elderly women especially vulnerable to? Name three reasons why.

Question 61

Name four risk factors that increase a person's risk of being suicidal.

Question 62

Explain how mental illness is connected with substance abuse.