Question 1

Conversion disorder and hypochondriasis are classified under ……….. In DSM IV- TR.
A)physio-mental disorders
B)somatoform disorders.
C)psychosomatic disorders.
D)somatization disorders.

Accepted Answer

Conversion disorder and hypochondriasis are classified under somatoform disorders in DSM-IV-TR. Somatoform disorders are characterized by physical symptoms that suggest a medical condition but are not fully explained by a medical condition, the direct effects of a substance, or another mental disorder.

Question 2

A person who is preoccupied with fears of having a serious disease suffers from
A)a conversion reaction
B)hypochondriasis
C)a traumatic disorder
D)an obsession.

Accepted Answer

Hypochondriasis, now more commonly referred to as illness anxiety disorder, is characterized by excessive worry about having a serious illness despite having few or no symptoms and persistently seeking medical help.

Question 3

Sudden temporary amnesia or instances of "multiple personality" are __________ disorders.
A)dissociative
B)anxiety
C)psychotic
D)schizophrenic

Accepted Answer

Sudden temporary amnesia and instances of "multiple personality" are characteristic of dissociative disorders, which involve a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.

Question 4

Panic disorder is where:
A)an individual experiences a singular panic attack.
B)there are recurrent and unexpected panic attacks
C)there is a fear of panicking in enclosed spaces.
D)there is excessive anxiety and worry about many different aspects of life

Accepted Answer

Panic disorder is characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks and the worry over the implications or consequences of these attacks, distinguishing it from a singular panic attack or generalized anxiety about various aspects of life.

Question 5

Stress that tend to be good is referred to as
A)distress
B)eustress
C)stress tolerance
D)none of these.

Accepted Answer

Eustress is a type of stress that is considered to be good. It is a positive stress that can help you to perform better and achieve your goals.

Question 6

____ characterised by recurrent uncontrollable thought and irresistible behaviors.
A)ocd
B)stress disorders
C)somatoform disorders
D)ptsd

Accepted Answer

OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) is characterized by recurrent, uncontrollable thoughts (obsessions) and irresistible behaviors (compulsions) that the individual feels the urge to repeat over and over.

Question 7

Disorders that feature disruptions in memory, consciousness or integrity of identity
A)dissociative disorders
B)somatoform disorders
C)substance abuse
D)depression

Accepted Answer

Dissociative disorders are characterized by disruptions in memory, consciousness, or the integrity of identity, making them the correct answer.

Question 8

DSM is a scientific classification manual of mental disorders published by
A)who
B)british psychiatric association
C)indian psychiatric association
D)american psychiatric association.

Accepted Answer

The DSM, or Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, is published by the American Psychiatric Association.

Question 9

Term used to describe the phenomenon the person becomes amnesic and departs home with a new identity
A)amnesia
B)fugue
C)ptsd
D)phobia

Accepted Answer

Fugue, specifically dissociative fugue, is the term used to describe the phenomenon where a person becomes amnesic, departs from their home, and may assume a new identity or wander aimlessly. It is a rare psychiatric disorder.

Question 10

Serotonin is a
A)hormone
B)disorder
C)medicine
D)neurotransmitter

Accepted Answer

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter, a type of chemical that helps transmit signals in the brain. It is involved in many functions, including mood regulation, digestion, and sleep.

Question 11

Disorder by which the person feels that his certain body parts are with an ugly appearance:
A)body dysmorphic disorder
B)phobia
C)dissociation
D)schizophrenia

Accepted Answer

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is characterized by an obsessive focus on perceived flaws in one's physical appearance, often to the point of significant distress or impairment in daily functioning.

Question 12

According to DSM IV-TR, preoccupations based on misinterpretations of bodily symptoms, with the fear that one has a serious disease.
A)hypochondriasis
B)obsessions
C)compulsions
D)amnesia

Accepted Answer

Hypochondriasis, according to DSM-IV-TR, involves preoccupations with fears of having a serious disease based on misinterpretations of bodily symptoms, distinguishing it from obsessions, compulsions, and amnesia.

Question 13

Preoccupation with certain aspects of the body
A)ocd
B)gad
C)bdd
D)ptsd

Accepted Answer

Preoccupation with certain aspects of the body is a characteristic of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), where individuals obsess over perceived flaws in their appearance.

Question 14

In ________one's sense of self is temporarily lost.
A)depersonalisation
B)derealisation
C)hypochondriasis
D)anxiety

Accepted Answer

Depersonalization is a state in which one feels detached from one's own body or thoughts, experiencing a sense of unreality or being an outside observer of oneself, leading to a temporary loss of sense of self.

Question 15

Overt repetitive behaviors or more covert mental acts
A)obsessions
B)compulsions
C)suppression
D)stereotypes

Accepted Answer

Compulsions are characterized by overt repetitive behaviors or more covert mental acts that an individual feels driven to perform in response to an obsession or according to rules that must be applied rigidly.

Question 16

Who put forward operant conditioning?
A)wolpe
B)pavlov
C)skinner
D)bandura

Accepted Answer

Operant conditioning was put forward by B.F. Skinner, who expanded upon the ideas of behaviorism and developed the concept of using reinforcements and punishments to shape behavior.

Question 17

Write the odd one
A)exorcism
B)shrine
C)trephination
D)behavior therapy

Accepted Answer

Behavior therapy is a modern medical treatment, while the other three are ancient practices.

Quiz 1: Psychopathology: Exploring Models and Disorders

Conversion disorder and hypochondriasis are classified under ……….. In DSM IV- TR.

A person who is preoccupied with fears of having a serious disease suffers from

Sudden temporary amnesia or instances of "multiple personality" are __________ disorders.

Panic disorder is where:

Stress that tend to be good is referred to as

____ characterised by recurrent uncontrollable thought and irresistible behaviors.

Disorders that feature disruptions in memory, consciousness or integrity of identity

DSM is a scientific classification manual of mental disorders published by

Term used to describe the phenomenon the person becomes amnesic and departs home with a new identity

Serotonin is a

Disorder by which the person feels that his certain body parts are with an ugly appearance:

According to DSM IV-TR, preoccupations based on misinterpretations of bodily symptoms, with the fear that one has a serious disease.

Preoccupation with certain aspects of the body

In ________one's sense of self is temporarily lost.

Overt repetitive behaviors or more covert mental acts

Who put forward operant conditioning?

Write the odd one