Question 1

While reading this module,a student notices what seems to be abnormal tendencies in his own behavior.This

Accepted Answer

The statement suggests that the student is recognizing abnormal tendencies in their behavior while reading about psychopathology. This indicates that the behavior is an exaggeration of normal defenses and reactions, which is a characteristic of pathological behavior. It does not necessarily mean that the behavior has reached a chronic or severe nature that requires treatment at this time or that the student should seek psychological help immediately. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 2

Problems arising before adulthood,such as autism,are termed neurocognitive disorders.

Accepted Answer

Autism is classified as a neurodevelopmental disorder, not a neurocognitive disorder. Neurocognitive disorders typically refer to conditions that affect cognitive abilities and are often seen in later life, such as Alzheimer's disease.

Question 3

The current diagnostic manual for classifying psychopathology is called the Uniform Code of Psychopathology (UPC).

Accepted Answer

The current diagnostic manual for classifying psychopathology is called the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). There is no known manual called the Uniform Code of Psychopathology (UPC).

Question 4

In the new diagnostic manual,paranoid,narcissistic,dependent,borderline,and antisocial are the types of psychotic disorders.

Accepted Answer

This statement is incorrect. In the DSM-5 (the current diagnostic manual), the personality disorders categorized under Cluster A (which includes paranoid personality disorder) and Cluster B (which includes narcissistic, borderline, and antisocial personality disorders) are not considered psychotic disorders. Dependent personality disorder is also not categorized as a psychotic disorder.

Question 5

Your boss refuses to hire Sam to stock the shelves and bag groceries at the large grocery store where you work.You have known Sam most of your life and know that Sam suffers from schizophrenia,but that he is on medication and meets with his psychiatrist regularly.Your boss assumes that Sam will relapse sooner or later or might become dangerous.thus,your boss' reaction and response to Sam being hired reflects the impact of

Accepted Answer

Your boss's reaction and response reflect social stigma towards individuals with mental illness, specifically schizophrenia. Your boss assumes that because Sam has schizophrenia, he is more likely to relapse or become dangerous, showing a negative and unfounded stereotype and fear towards individuals with this condition.

Question 6

Medical and psychology students have a predictable tendency to notice in themselves the symptoms of each dreaded disease or psychopathology they study.This is known as

Accepted Answer

The phenomenon of medical and psychology students noticing symptoms of the diseases and pathologies they study in themselves is commonly known as "the medical student's disease." It is a form of hypochondria where individuals become overly concerned about their health after studying various diseases and disorders.

Question 7

Regarding psychiatric labeling and social stigma,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Rosenhan's study actually showed the power of psychiatric labeling and how it can result in individuals being seen as their diagnosis and not as a whole person. It did not show that labeling prevents behavior from being seen as symptoms.

Question 8

The now-outdated term gender identity disorder has been replaced in the new diagnostic manual with gender dysphoria and only applies to individuals who are deeply troubled by their gender variance.

Accepted Answer

The statement is correct that the term gender identity disorder has been replaced with gender dysphoria in the diagnostic manual and the new term only applies to individuals who are deeply troubled by their gender variance.

Question 9

While reading this module,a student notices what seems to be abnormal tendencies in his own behavior.This

Accepted Answer

The statement indicates that the student is exhibiting some behaviors that may be abnormal or concerning to them. However, it is important to recognize that this does not necessarily mean that the person's behavior is abnormal. It is possible that the student is experiencing the "medical student's disease," which is a phenomenon where medical students may start to believe that they have the same illnesses they are studying. Additionally, it is true that pathological behavior is often an exaggeration of normal defenses and reactions. Therefore, the best choice would be D, which includes all of the given options.

Question 10

Knowing that Lloyd is suffering from bipolar disorder and currently is undergoing treatment,Joan assumes that he will relapse sooner or later and,therefore,refuses to hire him as a delivery person.Joan's reaction and response to Lloyd's application reflects the impact of

Accepted Answer

Joan's reaction and response reflect all three factors - labeling a person with a disorder rather than the problem, prejudice and discrimination, and social stigma. By assuming that Lloyd will inevitably relapse due to his bipolar disorder, Joan is labeling him as a person with a disorder rather than focusing on his ability to perform the job. This is an example of the harmful impact of labeling. Additionally, Joan's refusal to hire Lloyd is an example of prejudice and discrimination based on his mental health status. Finally, her reaction reflects the social stigma associated with mental health conditions, which often lead to negative attitudes and discrimination towards people with mental health conditions.

Question 11

In the culture-bound syndrome known as susto,a person is badly frightened by a black magic curse with extreme cases resulting in a voodoo death in which the person is literally scared to death.

Accepted Answer

Susto is a culture-bound syndrome in which a person is strongly frightened by an upsetting event, and believes that their soul has left their body, leading to a range of physical and emotional symptoms. The frightening event could be related to a curse, but it is not necessarily always associated with black magic or voodoo.

Question 12

The core feature of all psychopathological behavior is that it causes subjective discomfort.

Accepted Answer

The core feature of all psychopathological behavior is not necessarily causing subjective discomfort. There are some disorders, such as antisocial personality disorder, where the individual may not experience discomfort but their behavior causes harm to others.

Question 13

In judging normality,social class is probably the most common source of bias.

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Question 14

One quarter of American adults suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder in any given year.

Accepted Answer

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 1 in 4 adults in the United States experiences a mental illness in a given year.

Question 15

Neurosis is an outdated term not found in the current diagnostic manual but with people still using this term to loosely refer to problems involving excessive anxiety.

Accepted Answer

Neurosis is an outdated term that was used in previous versions of the diagnostic manual, but it is not found in the current version (DSM-5). However, some people still use the term informally to refer to problems involving excessive anxiety.

Question 16

Insanity is a legal term,not a psychological one.

Accepted Answer

Insanity refers to a legal defense used by some defendants in criminal trials, arguing that they were not responsible for their actions because of a mental illness or defect. It is not a diagnosis made by mental health professionals.

Question 17

Regarding psychiatric labeling,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

The statement that "the terms and labels for various mental disorders have not been shown to provide information to help psychological professionals and should be discarded" is false. In fact, psychiatric labeling can aid in diagnosis and treatment, although it should be used carefully and not as a way to stigmatize or categorize individuals. The other statements are true, with Rosenhan's study highlighting the importance of separating a person's behaviors or symptoms from their identity, and research showing that mental health stigma can negatively impact employment and housing opportunities, and increase the likelihood of false accusations.

Question 18

Pedophilic,exhibitionistic,fetishistic,and voyeuristic disorders are types of sexual dysfunctions.

Accepted Answer

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Question 19

Statistical definitions cannot tell us where to draw the line between normality and abnormality.

Accepted Answer

Statistical definitions can provide information about the frequency of a certain behavior or trait within a population, but they do not provide clear guidelines for determining at what point someone should be considered "abnormal." This is because different contexts, cultures, and individual circumstances can affect what is considered normal or abnormal behavior.

Question 20

Low intelligence is considered a psychological risk factor for developing a mental disorder.

Accepted Answer

Low intelligence has been linked to increased risk for several mental disorders, including intellectual disability, schizophrenia, and depression.

Quiz 60: Psychological Disorders: Normality and Psychopathology

While reading this module,a student notices what seems to be abnormal tendencies in his own behavior.This

Problems arising before adulthood,such as autism,are termed neurocognitive disorders.

The current diagnostic manual for classifying psychopathology is called the Uniform Code of Psychopathology (UPC).

In the new diagnostic manual,paranoid,narcissistic,dependent,borderline,and antisocial are the types of psychotic disorders.

Medical and psychology students have a predictable tendency to notice in themselves the symptoms of each dreaded disease or psychopathology they study.This is known as

Regarding psychiatric labeling and social stigma,which of the following statements is FALSE?

The now-outdated term gender identity disorder has been replaced in the new diagnostic manual with gender dysphoria and only applies to individuals who are deeply troubled by their gender variance.

While reading this module,a student notices what seems to be abnormal tendencies in his own behavior.This

Knowing that Lloyd is suffering from bipolar disorder and currently is undergoing treatment,Joan assumes that he will relapse sooner or later and,therefore,refuses to hire him as a delivery person.Joan's reaction and response to Lloyd's application reflects the impact of

In the culture-bound syndrome known as susto,a person is badly frightened by a black magic curse with extreme cases resulting in a voodoo death in which the person is literally scared to death.

The core feature of all psychopathological behavior is that it causes subjective discomfort.

In judging normality,social class is probably the most common source of bias.

One quarter of American adults suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder in any given year.

Neurosis is an outdated term not found in the current diagnostic manual but with people still using this term to loosely refer to problems involving excessive anxiety.

Insanity is a legal term,not a psychological one.

Regarding psychiatric labeling,which of the following statements is FALSE?

Pedophilic,exhibitionistic,fetishistic,and voyeuristic disorders are types of sexual dysfunctions.

Statistical definitions cannot tell us where to draw the line between normality and abnormality.

Low intelligence is considered a psychological risk factor for developing a mental disorder.