Chapter 14 Review Quizzes

Although she was very secretive when she was first admitted to the psychiatric hospital, Tiffany eventually told the doctor that the devil's voice was constantly telling her to hurt certain people and herself. Tiffany is experiencing: A) one of the most common types of hallucination associated with schizophrenia. B) tactile hallucinations. C) a very rare schizophrenic symptom called avolition. D) a negative symptom of schizophrenia

A

An unpleasant emotional state that involves feelings of worry, dread, apprehension, and tension, along with heightened physical arousal, is called: A) anxiety. B) mania. C) dissociation. D) alogia

A

Anita is suffering from major depressive disorder. Compared with people who are not depressed, Anita is more likely to: A) have a diminished ability to think, concentrate, and remember. B) have frequent or unexpected panic attacks. C) speak quickly and have high levels of energy. D) easily complete routine tasks involved in daily living.

A

Carla has worked as a human resources specialist for several years, but she doesn't really like the job. Although her work performance is adequate, Carla almost always feels slightly down and sad. Carla's chronic case of the blues is characteristic of: A) persistent depressive disorder. B) bipolar disorder. C) cyclothymic disorder. D) major depressive disorder

A

In contrast to normal anxiety, pathological anxiety: A) is irrational, uncontrollable, and disruptive. B) is focused on relationship problems rather than work or academic concerns. C) alerts people to realistic problems that need to be addressed or solved. D) is intense but typically short-lived, often lasting less than an hour.

A

In obsessive-compulsive disorder, _____ are among the most common obsessions. A) worries about germs, dirt, or other forms of contamination B) delusions of grandeur C) fear of snakes and spiders D) delusions of being controlled

A

Neil and Bonnie are married. Neil is not depressed, but Bonnie is suffering from major depressive disorder. Bonnie is more likely than Neil to: A) have very low interest or pleasure in most activities. B) suffer from gamophobia. C) have frequent manic episodes characterized by euphoria, high energy, and flight of ideas. D) sleep soundly

A

One new theory concerned with dopamine levels in the brain and schizophrenia suggests that: A) the limbic system may have too much dopamine and the cortex may have too little dopamine. B) hallucinations and other positive symptoms of schizophrenia are the result of decreased levels of dopamine levels throughout the whole brain. C) the limbic system may have too little dopamine and the cortex may have too much dopamine. D) hallucinations and other positive symptoms of schizophrenia are the result of decreased levels of dopamine in the fluid-filled cavities called ventricles.

A

Research has shown that both major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder: A) tend to run in families. B) are caused by repeated traumatic events. C) are less common among creative writers and artists than among the general population. D) are due to elevated brain levels of lithium.

A

Statistically, women are _____ to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder. A) about twice as likely as men B) just as likely as men C) about one-fifth as likely as men D) about five times more likely than men

A

The National Comorbidity Survey Replication found that: A) almost one out of two adults (46 percent) has experienced the symptoms of a psychological disorder at some point thus far in his or her life. B) there was a very low degree of comorbidity; few people with one disorder were likely to be diagnosed with another disorder as well. C) the vast majority of people with a psychological disorder seek professional treatment for their symptoms. D) only 1 out of every 10 adults (10 percent) has experienced the symptoms of a psychological disorder at some point in his or her life

A

The development of phobias can be partly explained by: A) classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and observational learning. B) high brain levels of dopamine. C) low brain levels of dopamine. D) the misinterpretation of the signs of normal physical arousal

A

Trevor's heart was pounding after he ran up three flights of stairs. He immediately began to think he might be having a heart attack, which made him even more physically aroused, and this, in turn, made him more panicky. According to the _____ of panic disorder, Trevor may be a victim of his own illogical thinking and may be misinterpreting and exaggerating normal physical sensations. A) catastrophic cognitions theory B) evolutionary theory C) biosocial developmental mode D) the triple vulnerabilities model

A

Use of cocaine or amphetamines causes: A) increased dopamine activity in the brain, which can produce schizophrenia-like symptoms. B) decreased dopamine activity in the brain, which can produce schizophrenia-like symptoms. C) increased dopamine activity in the brain, which often reduces the symptoms of schizophrenia. D) increased susceptibility to the dopamine virus

A

When Wayne's parents come to visit him on the psychiatric ward, Wayne is often still dressed in his pajamas and sitting in a corner of the commons area. Although he answers their questions, he seems apathetic to their presence and anything else occurring on the ward. As a symptom of his schizophrenia, Wayne's complete lack of goal-directed behavior is termed: A) avolition. B) alogia. C) flat effect. D) catatonia.

A

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of posttraumatic stress disorder? A) multiple personalities B) intrusive, frequent memories of the traumatic event C) extreme anxiety and increased physical arousal D) avoiding stimuli that trigger memories of the relevant event

A

Which of the following is a negative symptom of schizophrenia? A) reduced emotional expressiveness and speech B) severely disorganized thought processes and behavior C) delusions D) hallucinations

A

The dopamine hypothesis is the theory that schizophrenia is related to: A) brain abnormalities in the frontal lobe. B) excess dopamine activity in the brain. C) reduced dopamine activity in the brain. D) prenatal or early childhood infection by a particular strain of the flu virus.

B

The main symptom of _____ is frequent, unpredictable, and unexpected panic attacks. A) general anxiety disorder B) panic disorder C) agoraphobia D) dissociative fugue

B

The term _____ refers to the scientific study of the origins, symptoms, and development of psychological disorders. A) sociopathology B) psychopathology C) biosocial developmental pathology D) comorbidity pathology

B

The text defines _____ as a strong or irrational fear of something, usually a specific object or situation, that does not necessarily interfere with the ability to function in daily life. A) ataque de nervios B) a phobia C) taijin kyofusho D) panic disorder

B

When a person is driven to perform repetitive behaviors in a particular sequence or pattern, he or she is said to be experiencing a(n): A) obsession. B) compulsion. C) delusion. D) hallucination.

B

When people have experienced multiple traumas, they are: A) less likely to develop posttraumatic stress disorder. B) more likely to develop posttraumatic stress disorder. C) likely to develop an immunity to disorders involving anxiety. D) more likely to become violent themselves.

B

Which of the following examples reflects a symptom of an anxiety disorder rather than normal anxiety? A) The night before his final exam, Bill is unable to sleep because he is worried about doing well on the test. B) For the past several weeks, Mavis has been unable to concentrate at work because she keeps thinking that something terrible might happen to her son at school, even though she knows that he's safe. C) Seth is upset because his girlfriend told him she wants to start dating other guys, and he is afraid that she will break up with him. D) Barbara has just found out that her company has been sold, and she is very worried that she might lose her job.

B

Which of the following is an example of the development of a phobia through observational learning? A) After eating a big spaghetti dinner, John gets sick and can no longer stand the smell of spaghetti. B) Matilda develops a fear of spiders after years of seeing her mother and older sister react with extreme fear whenever they see a spider. C) After being attacked by a man in an elevator, Evelyn developed a phobia of elevators and other small, confined spaces. D) A dog bit Joe when he was a child, and as a result he now gets nervous whenever he sees any dog

B

A falsely held belief that persists in spite of evidence contrary to the belief is formally called a: A) hallucination. B) negative symptom of schizophrenia. C) delusion. D) dissociation.

C

A psychological disorder is defined as: A) a pattern of behavioral or psychological symptoms that causes significant personal distres B) a pattern of behavioral or psychological symptoms that impairs the ability to function in one or more important areas of life C) a pattern of behavioral or psychological symptoms that causes significant personal distress and/ or impairs the ability to function in one or more important areas of life. D) a pattern of behavioral or psychological symptoms that are deviant (abnormal).

C

A relatively common symptom in schizophrenia is that the person responds with greatly reduced emotional expressiveness, including facial expressions. This particular symptom is referred to as: A) alogia. B) avolition. C) flat affect. D) poverty of speech

C

A small percentage of people with bipolar disorder display _____, which is characterized by four or more manic or depressive episodes every year. A) alogia B) avolition C) rapid cycling D) a flight of ideas

C

According to the DSM-5, if feelings of worthlessness, self-loathing, and the inability to anticipate happiness occur after the death of a loved one , major depressive disorder is suspected. The reason for this is that: A) feeling a sense of loss and deep sadness is a characteristic of major depressive disorder. B) most people feel terrible sadness for at least a year after the loss of a loved one. C) bereavement is like any other psychosocial event that might trigger a depressive episode. D) grieving people attempt to keep busy even though their heart is not in it.

C

Alan always has been terrified of spiders. He refuses to enter his bedroom at night until it has been thoroughly checked for spiders. Even a picture of a spider makes him extremely uncomfortable. Most likely, Alan is suffering from a psychological disorder called: A) generalized anxiety disorder. B) posttraumatic stress disorder. C) specific phobia. D) obsessive-compulsive disorder

C

Although she cannot remember ever being harmed by a cockroach, Kate has an extreme fear of cockroaches. Which of the following ideas might be used to help explain her specific phobia of cockroaches? A) Kate watched a horror movie that involved large insects eating people. B) Kate is Japanese, and her irrational fear of cockroaches is one of the symptoms of a culturally specific disorder called taijin kyofusho. C) Kate is biologically prepared to develop phobias toward creatures that arouse disgust and are associated with disease, filth, and contamination. D) Kate's symptoms are the result of a deficiency in the neurotransmitters norepinephrine and serotonin

C

Antidepressant medications are often used in the treatment of major depressive disorder. In general, these medications work by _____ brain levels of _____. A) increasing; lithium B) decreasing; lithium C) increasing; serotonin and norepinephrine D) decreasing; serotonin and norepinephrine

C

Danny, who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, falsely believes that outside forces in the form of aliens from another universe have power over him and actively influence and manipulate his actions and thoughts. These types of delusions are called delusions of: A) grandeur. B) persecution. C) being controlled. D) reference

C

Darlene is constantly nervous, tense, and apprehensive. She worries about her health, her job, her children, and her relatives. Her husband has tried to reassure her that everything is going well, but she can't seem to shake her pervasive anxiety. Darlene is probably experiencing: A) normal anxiety. B) agoraphobia. C) generalized anxiety disorder. D) panic disorder

C

Despite attempts by his friends who have tried to reason with him, Simon is convinced that a news announcer on TV is talking in a special code about him and his thoughts. Simon appears to be experiencing delusions of: A) being controlled. B) persecution. C) reference. D) grandeur

C

In obsessive-compulsive disorder, common compulsions include: A) suicide attempts. B) eating and gambling. C) washing and counting. D) fighting and other forms of aggressive behavior.

C

In terms of lifetime prevalence, approximately _____ percent of Americans will be affected by the symptoms of major depressive disorder at some point in their life. A) 25 B) 46 C) 15 D) 5

C

In the past three days, Doug has become progressively more energetic and euphoric. He has been sleeping no more than an hour or two a night, but he seems to have unlimited energy. Doug is inappropriately self-confident as he veers from one grandiose idea to another in his plans to become rich and famous. Doug appears to be experiencing: A) rapid cycling. B) symptoms of dissociative identity disorder. C) a manic episode. D) an episode of schizophrenia

C

Over the past three months, Ivana's feelings of despondency have intensified for no apparent reason. Although her friends have tried to be encouraging and supportive, Ivana says that she feels completely detached from people and worthless, and she has even thought about killing herself. Ivana's symptoms would suggest that she is probably suffering from: A) schizophrenia. B) dissociative fugue. C) major depressive disorder. D) posttraumatic stress disorder

C

Philip has been hospitalized for an episode of schizophrenia. He believes that secret agents are bombarding his brain with gamma rays, and he sometimes sees grotesque creatures climbing on the wall of his hospital room. Philip's symptoms are referred to as _____ symptoms of schizophrenia. A) atypical B) negative C) positive D) primary

C

Psychologist Susan Nolen-Hoeksema and her colleagues have studied gender differences in the prevalence of major depressive disorder. What conclusions have they reached? A) Men are more prone than women to dwell on their problems, which adds to their lesser sense of personal control and makes them more vulnerable to major depressive disorder. B) The notion of gender differences in the prevalence of major depressive disorder is a myth. C) Women seem to be more vulnerable to major depressive disorder because they experience a greater degree of chronic stress in daily life combined with a lesser sense of personal control than men. D) Men seem to be more vulnerable to major depressive disorder because males experience a greater degree of chronic stress in daily life combined with a lesser sense of personal control than women.

C

Research has shown that depressive and bipolar disorders occur more frequently among _____ than among the general population. A) people who have recently emigrated to this country B) left-handed people C) creative writers and artists D) top corporate executives

C

The most consistent brain structure abnormality that researchers have found in people with schizophrenia is enlargement of the: A) frontal lobe. B) left temporal lobe. C) ventricles. D) brainstem.

C

The onset of schizophrenia: A) follows fundamentally different patterns in individualistic and collectivistic cultures. B) is likely to occur at any age throughout early and middle adulthood. C) typically occurs during early adulthood. D) is most likely to occur during the fall and winter months

C

The viral infection theory of schizophrenia suggests that: A) adolescents or young adults who are exposed to one strain of the flu virus that causes certain genes to mutate will go on to develop schizophrenia. B) schizophrenia is caused by the same strain of virus that predisposes people to bipolar disorder. C) exposure to a viral infection during prenatal development or early infancy leaves the offspring more vulnerable to developing schizophrenia later in life. D) exposure to a viral infection during early childhood development or early adolescence leaves the individual more vulnerable to developing schizophrenia later in life.

C

Which of the following is an example of the development of a phobia through classical conditioning? A) John has a fear of heights and avoids looking out the window of his office in a high-rise building. B) After watching graphic film coverage of the aftermath of a severe tornado that has been aired repeatedly on the local TV news program, Matt feels nervous whenever there are signs of an impending storm. C) After being attacked by a man in an elevator, Evelyn developed a phobia of elevators and other small, confined spaces. D) After reading about the dangers of tick-borne diseases, Cindy is afraid to go hiking in the woods.

C

Which of the following statements about anxiety is TRUE? A) Anxiety is always abnormal. B) Anxiety occurs only in the anxiety disorders but not in other psychological disorders. C) Anxiety can be adaptive, helpful, and beneficial when it alerts people to a realistic threat. D) Anxiety is an unpleasant emotional state, but it has no physical effects.

C

Wilma lives in the northwest part of the country. Every autumn and winter, as daylight hours get shorter and the weather gets wet and cloudy, she experiences more intense symptoms of major depressive disorder. Wilma most likely suffers from: A) cyclothymic disorder. B) bipolar disorder. C) seasonal affective disorder. D) rapid cycling

C

A disruption in the normal patterns of sleep is one of the main characteristics of major depressive disorder. Which of the following is NOT typical of the sleep patterns of people with major depressive disorder? A) The amount of time spent in nondreaming, deeply relaxed sleep is greatly reduced or absent during major depressive disorder. B) Depressed people often awaken spontaneously at three or four o'clock in the morning and cannot get back to sleep even though they are still tired. C) Some depressed people sleep excessively, sometimes as much as 18 hours a day. D) Periods of dreaming REM sleep occur in regular 90-minute cycles rather than the normal sporadic and variable periods of REM.

D

A relatively common symptom in schizophrenia is greatly reduced production of speech—the person's verbal responses are limited to very brief, empty comments. This particular symptom is termed: A) avolition. B) agoraphobia. C) affective flattening. D) alogia

D

According to the _____ of panic disorder, people with panic disorder are not only oversensitive to physical sensations, they also tend to misinterpret and exaggerate the meaning of their experience and may be victims of their own illogical thinking. A) triple vulnerabilities model B) biosocial developmental theory C) evolutionary theory D) catastrophic cognitions theory

D

According to the results of the National Comorbidity Survey Replication, approximately _____ percent of people with the symptoms of a mental disorder received no treatment during the past year. A) 10 B) 99.9 C) 26 D) 59

D

Antipsychotic medications, such as Thorazine or Haldol, help reduce symptoms of schizophrenia by: A) decreasing brain levels of serotonin. B) decreasing brain levels of norepinephrine. C) increasing dopamine activity in the brain. D) reducing or blocking dopamine activity in the brain.

D

Because of his condition, William was involved in a research project investigating psychological disorders. The study found that he had a deficiency in the neurotransmitters norepinephrine and serotonin and dysfunctions in areas of his brain associated with the fight-or-flight response, the frontal lobes, and the caudate nucleus. William has most likely been diagnosed with: A) schizophrenia. B) bipolar disorder. C) antisocial personality disorder. D) obsessive-compulsive disorder.

D

Before leaving her home, Margaret makes sure that every electrical appliance is unplugged and checks that every window and door is securely locked. She checks everything 17 times according to a strict ritual that she has worked out. If she misses one window, door, or appliance, she must begin all over again. If she tries to skip any step of the ritual, she experiences unbearable anxiety. Margaret probably has: A) specific phobia. B) bipolar disorder. C) dissociative identity disorder. D) obsessive-compulsive disorder.

D

Bipolar disorder used to be officially called _____, and it is still often referred to by that term. A) multiple personality disorder B) dysthymic disorder C) seasonal affective disorder D) manic depression

D

During a manic episode, the person's thoughts often rapidly shift from topic to topic. This characteristic is referred to as: A) rapid cycling. B) a dissociative experience. C) dissociative fugue. D) a flight of ideas

D

False or distorted perceptions that seem vividly real are called: A) secondary symptoms of schizophrenia. B) avolitions. C) delusions. D) hallucinations

D

In a disorder called _____, the person suffers from repetitive, intrusive, and unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors that the individual feels driven to perform. A) generalized anxiety disorder B) specific phobia C) posttraumatic stress disorder D) obsessive-compulsive disorder

D

Most cases of specific phobia involve particular categories of objects or situations. Which of the following are people least likely to have a phobia of? A) spiders, snakes, or other animals and insects B) thunderstorms, heights, water, or other features of the natural environment C) particular situations, like flying, driving, or enclosed places D) household cleaners, such as dishwashing liquid, soap, toilet cleaners, mops and brooms

D

Patrick has been diagnosed as suffering from social anxiety disorder. Patrick is likely to experience: A) simple shyness. B) the overwhelming urge to repeatedly wash his hands to avoid being contaminated by other people's germs. C) a paralyzing fear of crowds, particularly in confined areas like elevators, theaters, or small rooms. D) a paralyzing fear of performing even routine behaviors in public situations or in front of other people.

D

Paul's girlfriend is very concerned about him because his thinking seems to have become increasingly confused. Today, Paul said that he was really the reincarnation of John Lennon, the former member of the Beatles who was shot and killed in 1980. Paul also told her that he had special musical powers and that he needed to start his own rock group so that he could deliver his message to the masses. Paul seems to be experiencing: A) auditory hallucinations. B) delusions of persecution. C) negative symptoms of schizophrenia. D) delusions of grandeur.

D

Some people suffer from a milder but chronic form of bipolar disorder in which they experience moderate but frequent mood swings for two years or longer. This disorder is called: A) dissociative fugue. B) persistent depressive disorder. C) generalized anxiety disorder. D) cyclothymic disorder.

D

The _____ of panic disorder states that a biological predisposition toward anxiety, a low sense of control over potentially life threatening events, and an oversensitivity to physical sensations combine to make a person susceptible to panic. A) catastrophic cognitions theory B) evolutionary theory C) biosocial developmental model D) the triple vulnerabilities model

D

Typically, schizophrenic hallucinations involve: A) combinations of either smell and taste sensations or touch and tactile stimuli. B) smell or taste sensations. C) touch or tactile stimuli. D) voices or visual stimuli.

D

Which of the following involves the development of a phobia through operant conditioning? A) The person has a predisposition to develop a phobia about objects or situations that represented a threat to survival in our evolutionary past. B) As a result of a stimulus being associated with an unpleasant event, this previously neutral stimulus now becomes a conditioned stimulus and elicits a fear response. C) The person learns to fear a particular object or situation by observing another person reacting fearfully to it. D) Avoiding the feared object or situation is negatively reinforcing, so the person is more likely to avoid the feared object or situation again in the future.

D

Which of the following is a positive symptom of schizophrenia? A) greatly reduced motivation B) reduced emotional expressiveness C) reduced speech D) delusions

D

Which of the following is not a criticism of the DSM-5? A) Gender bias B) possible bias from the financial ties of many DSM-5 authors to the pharmaceutical industry C) including some conditions that are too "normal" to be considered disorders D) all of these are criticisms of the DSM-5.

D

Which of the following statements about Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5) is TRUE? A) DSM-5 describes more than 260 specific psychological disorders. B) DSM5 provides a common language to diagnose and label mental disorders. C) DSM-5 describes the specific criteria that must be met in order for a mental health professional to diagnose a particular mental disorder. D) all of these statements are true.

D

Which of the following statements about the role of psychological factors in the onset of schizophrenia is accurate? A) Research has demonstrated that psychological factors have a much greater influence on the development of schizophrenia than genetic or inherited factors. B) A healthy psychological environment cannot counteract a person's inherited vulnerability for schizophrenia. C) Disturbed family communication styles have consistently emerged as the psychological factor most strongly correlated with the eventual development of schizophrenia. D) No single psychological factor has consistently emerged as causing schizophrenia.

D

According to the biological preparedness idea, people are most likely to develop phobias toward objects or situations that: A) reflect an important threat to survival in human evolutionary history. B) are manufactured rather than naturally occurring. C) are inherently dangerous, like flying and driving. D) frightened them in early childhood.

A

After not seeing Rita for almost a week, a neighbor went to check on her. He discovered that Rita had barricaded all the doors and windows in her apartment because she believed that "terrorist forces" were going to attack her and her three cats. Rita appears to be suffering from: A) visual hallucinations. B) delusions of persecution. C) delusions of reference. D) avolition

B

Alice and Jane are identical twins. Alice has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. According to twin studies, Jane has roughly a _____ percent risk of developing schizophrenia at some point in her life. A) 25 B) 50 C) 75 D) 99

B

Approximately _____ percent of those suffering from major depressive disorder attempt suicide. A) 25 B) 10 C) 50 D) 35

B

Claire stopped taking her medication a few weeks ago and has recently begun to experience some very odd symptoms. If someone asks her a question, her response makes no sense, as her sentences seem to just be strings of loosely connected ideas. She cannot concentrate on anything, and her thinking seems completely illogical and disorganized. She veers from one unrelated topic or activity to another for no apparent reason. Taken together, Claire appears to be experiencing schizophrenic symptoms that are called: A) sensory distortions. B) disorganized thinking. C) delusions of reference. D) symptoms of avolition

B

For the third time in two months, Erica's husband rushed her to the hospital emergency room because Erica thought she was having a heart attack. Her symptoms included a racing, pounding heart, weakness, feeling faint, and feeling as if she were unable to breathe. Although her doctor says she is physically healthy, Erica lives in fear of another attack. Erica is most likely has: A) a specific phobia. B) panic disorder. C) generalized anxiety disorder. D) obsessive-compulsive disorder

B

In the Finnish Adoptive Family Study of Schizophrenia, researchers followed adopted individuals whose biological mothers had schizophrenia. They also followed a control group of adopted individuals whose biological mothers did not have schizophrenia. What was the main finding of the study? A) The adopted child's biological background had no effect on the rate of development of symptoms of a serious mental disorder. B) If raised in a psychologically healthy family environment, children with a genetic background of schizophrenia were no more likely to develop schizophrenia than were the children in the control group. C) The children in the control group were immune to the effects of being raised in a psychologically disturbed adoptive family environment. D) Even if raised in a psychologically healthy adoptive family, approximately two-thirds of the adopted children with a genetic predisposition for schizophrenia developed symptoms of a serious mental disorder.

B

In the movie The Aviator, actor Leonardo DiCaprio portrays the life of legendary director and aviator Howard Hughes. During his lifetime, Hughes became enormously wealthy, but despite his wealth, Hughes couldn't escape the mental illness that gripped and tormented the last years of his life. In one scene, Hughes walks into the men's room, but then is unable to leave because of the germs on the doorknob. In another scene, Hughes is unable to eat his meal because the different foods on the plate have shifted and are touching each other. If Hughes were alive today, he would be diagnosed with: A) schizophrenia. B) obsessive-compulsive disorder. C) posttraumatic stress disorder. D) cyclothymic disorder.

B

Jayne was in a fast-food restaurant when a man walked in, drew a gun, and started shooting, killing two people before killing himself. Although Jayne was not injured in the shooting spree, she has since been unable to return to work. She can't seem to stop thinking about the event. She has recurrent nightmares, is unable to sleep, and does not want to leave her home. It is most likely that Jayne has: A) generalized anxiety disorder. B) posttraumatic stress disorder. C) cyclothymic disorder. D) obsessive-compulsive disorder

B

Lou Ann has been diagnosed with agoraphobia. Lou Ann is afraid of: A) heights. B) having a panic attack in a public place. C) work and responsibility. D) growing excessive amounts of body hair..

B

One of the best predictors of whether a person will experience a recurrence of major depressive disorder is having: A) delusions of persecution. B) been exposed to recent stressful events. C) episodes of dissociative fugue. D) schizophrenia

B

People with _____ are constantly tense and anxious, and their anxiety is pervasive. They feel anxious about a wide range of life circumstances, sometimes with little or no apparent justification. A) panic disorder B) generalized anxiety disorder C) agoraphobia D) posttraumatic stress disorder

B

Statistically, women are _____ as men to be diagnosed with bipolar disorder. A) half as likely B) just as likely C) twice as likely D) 10 times as likely

B

The Finnish Adoptive Family Study of Schizophrenia has provided strong evidence that: A) supports the viral infection theory of schizophrenia. B) supports the beneficial effects of a psychologically healthy family environment. C) refutes the notion that some people inherit a genetic vulnerability to develop schizophrenia. D) shows that the family environment has virtually no effect on the development of schizophrenia.

B