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Unveiling the Dark Secrets of the Human Psyche: A Psychological Thriller Quiz

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Which psychological disorder is characterized by an intense fear of social situations?

  1. Agoraphobia

  2. Claustrophobia

  3. Social anxiety disorder

  4. Acrophobia


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, is a mental disorder characterized by an intense fear of social situations, such as meeting new people, public speaking, or eating in front of others.

What is the term for a person who experiences a split in their personality, resulting in two or more distinct identities?

  1. Multiple personality disorder

  2. Schizophrenia

  3. Bipolar disorder

  4. Obsessive-compulsive disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Multiple personality disorder, also known as dissociative identity disorder, is a mental disorder characterized by the presence of two or more distinct identities or personality states that recurrently take control of the person's behavior.

Which psychological defense mechanism involves unconsciously distorting reality to make it more palatable?

  1. Projection

  2. Rationalization

  3. Displacement

  4. Sublimation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rationalization is a psychological defense mechanism in which an individual unconsciously creates false or self-serving explanations to justify their actions or beliefs, often to avoid facing the true underlying reasons.

What is the term for an intense, irrational fear of a specific object or situation?

  1. Phobia

  2. Mania

  3. Depression

  4. Anxiety


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A phobia is an intense, irrational fear of a specific object or situation that leads to a compelling desire to avoid it.

Which psychological disorder is characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors?

  1. Obsessive-compulsive disorder

  2. Post-traumatic stress disorder

  3. Major depressive disorder

  4. Generalized anxiety disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental disorder characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that a person feels compelled to perform.

What is the term for a mental state in which a person experiences a loss of contact with reality?

  1. Psychosis

  2. Neurosis

  3. Mania

  4. Depression


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Psychosis is a mental state in which a person experiences a loss of contact with reality, often characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking.

Which psychological disorder is characterized by extreme mood swings, ranging from mania to depression?

  1. Bipolar disorder

  2. Schizophrenia

  3. Borderline personality disorder

  4. Antisocial personality disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder characterized by extreme mood swings, ranging from mania (elevated mood, energy, and activity) to depression (low mood, loss of interest, and fatigue).

What is the term for a psychological disorder characterized by an inability to control impulsive behaviors?

  1. Impulse control disorder

  2. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

  3. Conduct disorder

  4. Oppositional defiant disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Impulse control disorder is a mental disorder characterized by an inability to control impulsive behaviors, such as gambling, shopping, or eating, despite negative consequences.

Which psychological disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of manipulative and deceitful behavior?

  1. Antisocial personality disorder

  2. Narcissistic personality disorder

  3. Borderline personality disorder

  4. Histrionic personality disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Antisocial personality disorder is a mental disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of manipulative and deceitful behavior, lack of empathy, and disregard for social norms and rules.

What is the term for a psychological disorder characterized by an intense fear of abandonment?

  1. Borderline personality disorder

  2. Dependent personality disorder

  3. Avoidant personality disorder

  4. Schizoid personality disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Borderline personality disorder is a mental disorder characterized by an intense fear of abandonment, unstable relationships, impulsive behavior, and difficulty regulating emotions.

Which psychological disorder is characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy?

  1. Narcissistic personality disorder

  2. Antisocial personality disorder

  3. Histrionic personality disorder

  4. Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental disorder characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy.

What is the term for a psychological disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of self-destructive behavior?

  1. Self-harm disorder

  2. Borderline personality disorder

  3. Antisocial personality disorder

  4. Narcissistic personality disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Self-harm disorder is a mental disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of self-destructive behavior, such as cutting, burning, or hitting oneself.

Which psychological disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors?

  1. Major depressive disorder

  2. Bipolar disorder

  3. Dysthymia

  4. Seasonal affective disorder


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Major depressive disorder is a mental disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, including low mood, loss of interest, fatigue, and difficulty sleeping.

What is the term for a psychological disorder characterized by an intense fear of failure?

  1. Avoidant personality disorder

  2. Dependent personality disorder

  3. Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder

  4. Perfectionism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Avoidant personality disorder is a mental disorder characterized by an intense fear of failure, rejection, and criticism, leading to social withdrawal and avoidance of new experiences.

Which psychological disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of anxiety and worry?

  1. Generalized anxiety disorder

  2. Social anxiety disorder

  3. Panic disorder

  4. Agoraphobia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Generalized anxiety disorder is a mental disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of anxiety and worry about a variety of topics, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as muscle tension, fatigue, and difficulty sleeping.

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