Question 1

Women have a greater risk for being diagnosed with an anxiety disorder compared to men possibly due to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

All of the listed factors contribute to the higher incidence of anxiety disorders among women. Men may use substances as a form of self-medication, masking symptoms of anxiety. Women face a greater risk of experiencing adverse life stressors like abuse and harassment, which can lead to anxiety disorders. Additionally, societal expectations, such as the pressure to adhere to intensive mothering practices, can also increase anxiety levels among women.

Question 2

Which of the following refers to the unresolved grief that affects an individual or group in successive generations of those who have suffered significant trauma?

Accepted Answer

Historical trauma refers to the unresolved grief that affects an individual or group in successive generations of those who have suffered significant trauma. It can manifest as a range of physical, mental, emotional, and social problems that are a response to this intergenerational trauma.

Question 3

Which of the following women BEST illustrates the concept of self-silencing?

Accepted Answer

Self-silencing is the act of suppressing one's own thoughts and feelings in order to avoid conflict or maintain a relationship. Zoe's behavior of avoiding telling her spouse how she feels so as not to make him angry illustrates the concept of self-silencing.

Question 4

An obsessive,repetitive thinking pattern that can lead to depressive symptoms is also known as

Accepted Answer

Rumination is a pattern of obsessive and repetitive thinking that focuses on negative events, emotions, or behaviors, and is associated with increased risk for depression and other mental health problems.

Question 5

Adverse childhood experiences (ACES)include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Adverse childhood experiences include all of the answer options listed, including experiencing or witnessing physical and sexual abuse, experiencing emotional abuse and neglect, and experiencing the loss of a parent. These experiences can have significant negative impacts on a child's development and may lead to long-term physical and mental health problems. It is important to address and prevent ACES through early intervention and support programs.

Question 6

Which of the following individuals is at greatest risk for developing depression?

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that individuals living in poverty, living with financial strain, and experiencing chronic stress are at greater risk for developing depression. The single mother who receives public assistance to care for her three children is the most likely to experience all three of these risk factors.

Question 7

After women and men in the military are exposed to combat trauma,

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that women in the military are more likely than their male counterparts to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after being exposed to combat trauma. This difference may be due to a variety of factors, including differences in how men and women experience and process traumatic events.

Question 8

Which of the following is a barrier to psychotherapy for women in poverty who have depression?

Accepted Answer

All of the options are valid barriers to psychotherapy for women in poverty who have depression. Lack of resources such as transportation and child care can make it difficult for women to attend therapy sessions, and therapists who judge rather than support their clients are unlikely to provide effective treatment. Additionally, talking about emotional difficulties may not be sufficient to address the range of hardships that women in poverty face, such as food insecurity and housing instability.

Question 9

Anxiety related to being in public and away from home is known as

Accepted Answer

Agoraphobia is characterized by anxiety in situations where escape may be difficult or help may not be available in the event of a panic attack or anxiety symptoms. This includes situations such as being in crowded places, standing in line, traveling on public transportation, and being outside of one's home.

Question 10

Why are women are more likely than men to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)following combat trauma?

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that women in the military often feel isolated and unsupported, and they have less bonding and cohesiveness with their unit than male counterparts. This lack of social support and cohesiveness can contribute to the development of PTSD after experiencing combat trauma. Factors such as empathy, physical strength, and identification with male leaders have not been consistently shown to be significantly linked to the development of PTSD in women following combat trauma.

Question 11

Which is the LEAST accurate statement about gender differences in rumination?

Accepted Answer

The statement that women's greater risk for depression is mostly due to differences in rumination is the least accurate as it oversimplifies the complex causes of depression and disregards other factors such as societal, genetic and environmental influences.

Question 12

Self-silencing and repressed anger among Latinx girls and women are MOST closely related to

Accepted Answer

Self-silencing and repressed anger among Latinx girls and women are linked to marianismo, a cultural belief system that emphasizes female purity, piety, and submissiveness. Marianismo perpetuates the idea that women should be self-sacrificing and quiet, which prevents them from expressing their anger and asserting their needs.

Question 13

When she began to go through puberty,Ellie experienced unwanted sexual attention from a family member.Ellie began to have nightmares and avoid family gatherings.Based on the available information,Ellie would most likely be diagnosed with

Accepted Answer

Ellie's experience of unwanted sexual attention from a family member has caused her to have nightmares and avoid family gatherings. These are symptoms commonly associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can occur after experiencing a traumatic event. Ellie's reaction suggests that she may be experiencing PTSD.

Question 14

Women are at greater risk for depression if they

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently shown that women who are caregivers for a parent or spouse are at greater risk for depression. Being a caregiver can be a significant source of stress and emotional burden, leading to depression. Working part-time or showing a balance of caring for others and self-care may or may not increase the risk for depression, depending on individual circumstances. Therefore, choices A and C are not the best choices.

Question 15

Which of the following is a type of procedure aimed at changing a client's sexual orientation?

Accepted Answer

Conversion therapy is a controversial practice aimed at changing a person's sexual orientation, and it has been widely discredited by professional organizations. Electroconversion and cardioversion therapy are not real therapies, and cognitive therapy is a type of psychotherapy aimed at changing a person's thoughts and behaviors, not their sexual orientation.

Question 16

Which of the following middle-aged women is most likely to also be vulnerable to depression?

Accepted Answer

The middle-aged woman who is alarmed to notice her waistline has expanded is most likely to also be vulnerable to depression as body image concerns can contribute to depression. The other choices do not necessarily directly relate to body image concerns.

Question 17

Elyse is developing a fear of attacks;she unexpectedly has acute episodes of anxiety and is developing patterns of worry about having her next episode.Based on the available information,Elyse would most likely be diagnosed with

Accepted Answer

Elyse is experiencing acute episodes of anxiety and developing patterns of worry about future episodes, which are common symptoms of panic disorder. Agoraphobia involves fear and avoidance of specific situations, generalized anxiety is characterized by chronic worry and fear across multiple areas of life, and a specific phobia is an intense fear of a specific object or situation.

Question 18

Which message about Black womanhood might promote vulnerability to depression?

Accepted Answer

While the message "Black women are strong" may be a positive affirmation, it can also perpetuate the stereotype that Black women must always be resilient and that vulnerability is weakness. This pressure to constantly "be strong" can lead to feelings of inadequacy or guilt when a Black woman does experience depression or struggles with mental health.

Question 19

Which is NOT part of the specific feminist analysis from the text about how the diagnosis of agoraphobia is applied to women?

Accepted Answer

The text does not mention lack of formal education as a factor in the feminist analysis of how the diagnosis of agoraphobia is applied to women. Instead, it emphasizes societal and cultural factors such as traditional gender roles and lack of autonomy.

Question 20

When women _____,they are "doing femininity" in ways that might increase their risk for depression.

Accepted Answer

All of the answer options are correct. Each of these actions can be considered part of performing femininity or living up to societal expectations of how women are supposed to behave. These can lead to negative emotions and contribute to depression.

Quiz 13: Mental Health