Psychopathology

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What is the term used to describe a persistent pattern of inflexible and maladaptive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that cause significant distress or impairment?

  1. Personality Disorder

  2. Anxiety Disorder

  3. Mood Disorder

  4. Psychotic Disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Personality disorders are characterized by inflexible and maladaptive patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that cause significant distress or impairment.

Which of the following is a symptom of schizophrenia?

  1. Hallucinations

  2. Delusions

  3. Disorganized speech

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder characterized by hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech, and impaired social and occupational functioning.

What is the most common anxiety disorder?

  1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder

  2. Social Anxiety Disorder

  3. Panic Disorder

  4. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Generalized anxiety disorder is the most common anxiety disorder, characterized by excessive worry and anxiety that is difficult to control.

Which of the following is a symptom of major depressive disorder?

  1. Loss of interest in activities

  2. Changes in appetite or sleep

  3. Feelings of worthlessness or guilt

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Major depressive disorder is a mood disorder characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities, along with changes in appetite or sleep, feelings of worthlessness or guilt, and difficulty concentrating.

What is the term used to describe a sudden, intense fear that is accompanied by physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, and shortness of breath?

  1. Panic Attack

  2. Phobia

  3. Anxiety Disorder

  4. Generalized Anxiety Disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A panic attack is a sudden, intense fear that is accompanied by physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, and shortness of breath.

Which of the following is a type of dissociative disorder?

  1. Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder

  2. Dissociative Amnesia

  3. Dissociative Identity Disorder

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dissociative disorders are characterized by disruptions in memory, identity, consciousness, and perception. Depersonalization-derealization disorder, dissociative amnesia, and dissociative identity disorder are all types of dissociative disorders.

What is the term used to describe an excessive fear of a specific object or situation?

  1. Phobia

  2. Anxiety Disorder

  3. Panic Disorder

  4. Generalized Anxiety Disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A phobia is an excessive fear of a specific object or situation that is out of proportion to the actual danger posed by the object or situation.

Which of the following is a symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder?

  1. Obsessions

  2. Compulsions

  3. Both obsessions and compulsions

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by both obsessions (repetitive, intrusive thoughts) and compulsions (repetitive, ritualistic behaviors).

What is the term used to describe a mental disorder that is characterized by a persistent pattern of self-destructive behavior?

  1. Borderline Personality Disorder

  2. Antisocial Personality Disorder

  3. Histrionic Personality Disorder

  4. Narcissistic Personality Disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Borderline personality disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of self-destructive behavior, impulsivity, and unstable relationships.

Which of the following is a type of eating disorder?

  1. Anorexia Nervosa

  2. Bulimia Nervosa

  3. Binge Eating Disorder

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Eating disorders are characterized by disturbances in eating behavior that can lead to malnutrition, health problems, and psychological distress. Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder are all types of eating disorders.

What is the term used to describe a mental disorder that is characterized by a persistent pattern of grandiose thinking, need for admiration, and lack of empathy?

  1. Narcissistic Personality Disorder

  2. Antisocial Personality Disorder

  3. Histrionic Personality Disorder

  4. Borderline Personality Disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of grandiose thinking, need for admiration, and lack of empathy.

Which of the following is a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder?

  1. Flashbacks

  2. Nightmares

  3. Avoidance of reminders of the trauma

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental disorder that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. Symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance of reminders of the trauma, and difficulty sleeping or concentrating.

What is the term used to describe a mental disorder that is characterized by a persistent pattern of antisocial behavior, such as aggression, deceit, and disregard for the rights of others?

  1. Antisocial Personality Disorder

  2. Narcissistic Personality Disorder

  3. Histrionic Personality Disorder

  4. Borderline Personality Disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of antisocial behavior, such as aggression, deceit, and disregard for the rights of others.

Which of the following is a type of mood disorder?

  1. Major Depressive Disorder

  2. Bipolar Disorder

  3. Dysthymia

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mood disorders are characterized by disturbances in mood, such as depression or mania. Major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and dysthymia are all types of mood disorders.

What is the term used to describe a mental disorder that is characterized by a persistent pattern of attention-seeking behavior, such as exaggerated emotions, dramatic speech, and inappropriate sexual behavior?

  1. Histrionic Personality Disorder

  2. Narcissistic Personality Disorder

  3. Antisocial Personality Disorder

  4. Borderline Personality Disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of attention-seeking behavior, such as exaggerated emotions, dramatic speech, and inappropriate sexual behavior.

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