Chapter 15 Psychology

Which classification system is used by most mental health professionals in the United States of America?

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

Which classification system is used by most mental health professionals in the United States of America? Selected Answer: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Answers: Determining Statistical Manifestation of Disorders International Classification of Diseases Determinants of Social Mental Disorders Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

Which of the following people would be diagnosed with a phobia? John, who engages in ritualistic behavior in order to reduce his anxiety. Amy, who has an exaggerated, unrealistic fear of being away from home. Ron, who sees his grandmother who passed away three years ago. Ingrid, who has seven distinct personalities.

Amy, who has an exaggerated, unrealistic fear of being away from home

Piper is terribly afraid of a number of different situations. She doesn't like riding on public busses or subways, finds open spaces very intimidating, does not like feeling "lost in a crowd," and prefers the safe and secure feeling of her own home. If these symptoms cause disruptions in her life, Piper might be diagnosed with ________.

agoraphobia

________ disorders are characterized by excessive, persistent fear and worry that is accompanied by disturbances in behaviors.

anxiety

What is comorbidity?

co-occurrence of two disorders

Among the nearly one-half of adult Americans who develop diagnosable psychological disorders at some point in their lives, which of the following types of disorder is most prevalent?

Anxiety disorders

Which of the following is the best example of a compulsion?

Jordy locks his door exactly nine times every time he leaves the house to make sure it is locked.

_____ is/are categorized by feelings of euphoria, creativity, and invincibility

Mania

Which of the following statements about people with antisocial personality disorder is FALSE?

Most people with antisocial personality disorder become serial killers.

_____ are recurring thoughts of danger that create anxiety; _____ are ritualistic behaviors or mental acts that aim to reduce anxiety.

Obsessions; compulsions

Diana has borderline personality disorder. Which of the following best describes the major symptoms of her disorder?

Tendency toward mood swings and stormy relationships with others

What is the purpose of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)?

To provide clear diagnostic categories of mental disorders.

Angelique has not left her house for two years. She is completely terrified of going out. Based on this description, she is probably suffering from:

agoraphobia

Which of the following is a common characteristic of all dissociative disorders?

becoming split off, or separated, from one's core sense of self

Nikita experiences periods of extreme sadness that alternate with periods of euphoric or elevated mood. Based on this description, Nikita is most likely to be experiencing:

bipolar disorder.

Mr. Monk is constantly worried that if he doesn't wash his hands at least 50 times a day he will develop a rare and deadly disease. Mr. Monk's habitual hand-washing is: A a delusion B an obsession C a compulsion D a hallucination

compulsion

Lolly believes that the C.I.A. and other government agencies are trying to kill her. This is an example of a: A manic episode B depressive episode C delusion D hallucinations

delusion.

Eleanor is a quiet 41-year-old housewife. Occasionally, she seems to "become" a 14-year-old male juvenile delinquent. Other times she "becomes" a 52-year-old, foul-mouthed alcoholic. Eleanor is most likely to be diagnosed with: A dissociative identity disorder B antisocial personality disorder C bipolar disorder D borderline personality disorder

dissociative identity disorder.

Kyle use to love practicing his tuba, but lately he hasn't felt like playing. To make matters worse, he has lost his appetite and life seems hopeless. Which disorder would Kyle be most likely to have?

major depressive disorder

Thoughts about death, loss of appetite or overeating, insomnia or fatigue, and hopelessness are all symptoms of:

major depressive disorder.

Those symptoms that involve noticeable decreases and absences in certain behaviors, emotions, or drives in those afflicted with schizophrenia are called ________ symptoms. A invisible B positive C absentee D negative

negative

are characterized by persistent, extremely rigid, maladaptive patterns of behavior that interfere with normal social interactions. A Delusions B personality disorder C hallucinations D Obsessions

personality disorder

Cordelia, an active duty marine, served in Afghanistan. While she was on patrol with her friend, an IED went off, killing her friend and injuring Cordelia's left arm. In the two months since her friend died, Cordelia has been jumpy, irritable, avoids talking about her friend, and once every few days experiences a flashback to the explosion. Cordelia is experiencing ________ disorder.

posttraumatic stress

At the most basic level, schizophrenia is best conceptualized as a(n) ________ disorder.

psychotic

At the most basic level, schizophrenia is best conceptualized as a(n) ________ disorder. psychotic Answers: psychotic dissociative impulse control obsessive-compulsive

psychotic

Which of the following mental disorders is considered to be highly heritable? A dissociative identity disorder B major depressive disorder C schizophrenia D obsessive- compulsive disorder

schizophrenia

What is meant by the term etiology?

the cause of a disorder

In explaining the development of schizophrenia, the diathesis-stress model emphasizes the interaction of genetic predispositions and stress. Answers: the interaction of genetic predispositions and stress. the role of psychosocial influences in creating a diathesis. biochemical imbalances. the role of brain abnormalities.

the interaction of genetic predispositions and stress.

In explaining the development of schizophrenia, the diathesis-stress model emphasizes:

the interaction of genetic predispositions and stress.

Which of the following is a common characteristic of all dissociative disorders? becoming split off, or separated, from one's core sense of self Answers: becoming split off, or separated, from one's core sense of self feeling sad and hopeless over a long period of time memory loss rapidly fluctuating mood

becoming split, or separated, from one's core sense of self.

Last week, Winona ended up in the hospital after a fight with her boyfriend. She swallowed a whole bottle of Tylenol after finding a text on her boyfriend's phone from one of his female classmates. Winona has always had difficulty regulating her emotions and often behaves impulsively. These symptoms can be signs of:

bipolar disorder