Psychology 200 Quiz 5 For Final Exam

Which model suggests that people with a predisposition for a disorder are more likely to develop the disorder when faced with adverse environmental or psychological events? Select one: a. diathesis-stress b. supernatural c. Szasz d. Venn

a. diathesis-stress

Which of the following is a major risk factor for developing a social anxiety disorder?

behavioral inhibition

Which of the following is an example of avolition? Select one: a. inability to enjoy fine dining b. lack of interest in going out with your friend c. lack of motivation to bathe yourself d. refusing to speak

c. lack of motivation to bathe yourself

Which psychological disorder is characterized by major disturbances in thought, perception, and behavior?

schizophrenia

Diondre harbors the belief that spider eggs have been implanted underneath his fingernails. What kind of delusion is this? Select one: a. disorganized b. grandiose c. paranoid d. somatic

somatic

Which of the following is false of dissociative disorders? Select one: a. People with these disorders become disconnected from their sense of self. b. People with these disorders exhibit a personality style that differs markedly from the expectations of their culture. c. People with these disorders experience memory and identity disturbances. d. These disorders do not have a physical cause.

b. People with these disorders exhibit a personality style that differs markedly from the expectations of their culture.

Which of the following is not a reason that ADHD may be overdiagnosed? Select one: a. Doctors are too quick to medicate children as a behavior treatment. b. The amount of ADHD in the population has increased tenfold since it was first identified. c. There is greater awareness of ADHD now than in the past. d. What might seem like inattention to some parents and teachers could simply reflect exposure to too much technology.

b. The amount of ADHD in the population has increased tenfold since it was first identified.

Which of the following is a common characteristic of all anxiety disorders? Select one: a. above average number of phobias b. excessive, persistent fear and anxiety c. inability to control the body's reaction to fear d. sporadic, intense panic attacks

b. excessive, persistent fear and anxiety

Which of the following defines antisocial personality disorder? Select one: a. instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and mood b. lack of regard for others' rights, impulsivity, deceitfulness, irresponsibility, and lack of remorse over misdeeds c. overinflated and unjustified sense of self-importance d. pervasive need for perfectionism that interferes with the ability to complete tasks

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

People with these disorders experience thoughts and urges that are intrusive and unwanted and/or the need to engage in repetitive behaviors or mental acts. Select one: a. anxiety b. obsessive-compulsive c. personality d. phobia

b. obsessive-compulsive

Apollonia was diagnosed with major depressive disorder five years ago. She knows her mother took medicine to combat depression and she worries her daughter will experience depression too. Why? Select one: a. Apollonia also suffers from social anxiety disorder. b. Mood disorders are more likely to occur in younger people. c. Mood disorders have been shown to have a strong genetic and biological basis. d. People who grow up with a depressed parent become depressed themselves.

c. Mood disorders have been shown to have a strong genetic and biological basis.

Which of the following is an example of flight of ideas? Select one: a. Gilbert attempts suicide, then calls 9-1-1. b. Gilbert exhibits an abundance of energy during his debate session. c. Gilbert speaks in a monotone voice. d. Gilbert talks loudly and quickly, switching topics rapidly.

d. Gilbert talks loudly and quickly, switching topics rapidly.

What do obsessive-compulsive disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, and hoarding disorder have in common? Select one: a. conviction that the patient herself is the cause of many people's troubles b. generalized anxiety and specific phobias c. obsession with the suffering of others d. repetitive thoughts and urges, as well as an uncontrollable need to engage in repetitive behavior and mental acts

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

Donna exhibits two separate personalities, each well-defined and distinct from one another, so Dr. Paulson diagnosed Donna with what disorder? Select one: a. anxiety b. dissociative identity c. personality d. schizophrenia

dissociative identity

These are mental or behavioral acts that reduce anxiety in social situations, such as wearing bland, neutral clothes to avoid drawing attention to oneself.

safety behaviors

Alexis experiences the symptoms of major depressive disorder, but only during midwinter. What kind of depression does Alexis have? Select one: a. bipolar b. peripartum/postpartum c. persistent depressive d. seasonal pattern

seasonal pattern