Psychology Chapter 15 Test

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

Anxiety

Which of the following is an example of hopelessness theory?

Kyle has an expectation that terrible things will happen and there is nothing she can do about it—this leads her to become depressed.

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

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

According to the textbook, which of these events would have the highest likelihood of causing posttraumatic stress disorder?

being assaulted and robbed of your cash and credit cards

The approach to psychology suggesting that psychological disorders may be best explained by looking at genetic factors, chemical imbalances, and brain abnormalities is the ________ perspective.

biological

What is comorbidity?

co-occurrence of two disorders

Carl suddenly left his dorm and was later found in the mall parking lot. When a security guard asked him if he needed help, he was unsure why he was in the parking lot and couldn't tell the guard what his name was. Carl may be experiencing dissociative _______________.

fugue

People with ________ disorders experience thoughts and urges that are intrusive and unwanted and/or the need to engage in repetitive behaviors or mental acts.

obsessive-compulsive

Kiera is a rigid perfectionist and insists on meeting all deadlines and staying up all night to ensure that her work is free from all errors and minor mistakes. She rarely has time for friends and family and is engrossed in her work. She generally sticks to a strict schedule and is inflexible, unforgiving and stubborn. Which of the following diagnoses accounts for Kiera's personality?

obsessive-compulsive personality disorder

What do obsessive-compulsive disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, and hoarding disorder have in common?

repetitive thoughts and urges, as well as an uncontrollable need to engage in repetitive behavior and mental acts

Mental or behavioral acts that reduce anxiety in social situations, such as avoiding eye contact or rehearsing sentences before speaking are called ________.

safety behaviors

Ted experiences the symptoms of major depressive disorder during the winter and fall months when he gets less direct exposure to sunlight. What kind of depression does Ted have?

seasonal pattern

Which of the following exemplifies a symptom of autism spectrum disorder?

Alberto exhibits deficits in social interaction by not initiating conversations with other children, and she turns her head away when spoken to.

Which pair of neurotransmitters has received the most attention as a potential explanation for the symptoms of schizophrenia?

dopamine and serotonin

Which of the following is a set of symptoms or behaviors that you might see in a person diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder?

lack of regard for others' rights, impulsivity, deceitfulness, irresponsibility, and lack of remorse over misdeeds

Katherine has been experiencing increased activity and an elevated, expansive mood for seven continuous days. Since the onset, she has thoroughly weeded her yard and each of her neighbor's yards, washed her car every day, went on a $5,000 shopping spree and revised her resume eleven different times, even though she is not job hunting and currently enjoys her line of work. Katherine is experiencing a(n) ___________________ episode.

manic

Joshua has an overinflated and unjustified sense of self-importance. He is preoccupied with fantasies of success and believes that he is entitled to special treatment from others. Joshua appears to suffer from ________ personality disorder.

narcissistic

Philando knows that the CIA is undercover at Mendocino College and is closely observing him and watching his every move. He is not sure why they are watching him, but he knows that the CIA is interested in him for some reason, which may threaten his life and his family. What kind of delusion is this?

paranoid

The ________ perspective of psychological disorders attributed symptoms of such ailments to forces that were beyond scientific understanding, such as black magic or evil spirits.

supernatural

What is meant by the term etiology?

the cause of a disorder