Chapter 11, 14, & 15 Quiz

Which of the following is the best example of an acute stressor?

A final exam.

In class, we discussed the pros and cons of making a diagnosis. Which of the following is NOT one of the pros of making a diagnosis?

A person might feel stigmatized after getting a diagnosis.

Which of the following is NOT one of the things that happen during the fight or flight response?

A rapid decrease in energy.

Which of the following is NOT one of the possible effects of stress?

An increase in neurogenesis.

___ refers to thinking about how you will cope with a stressful event that is coming up in the future.

Anticipatory coping.

Which type of therapy is often used to treat depression?

Cognitive-behavorial therapy.

Which of the following statements about psychological disorders is TRUE?

Depression and anxiety disorders are relatively common types of psychological disorders.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a daily hassle?

Having serious, ongoing problems with your relationship with your siblings.

The DSM is a manual that mental health professionals use to help them make diagnoses. Which of the following statements about the DSM is FALSE?

It lists how to treat psychological disorders.

A woman has been feeling sad and worthless for about three weeks now. She is also having difficulty sleeping and concentrating, and seems to have lost her appetite. She finds it hard to accomplish anything due to her lack of energy. The woman is displaying symptoms of ____.

Major depression.