Question 1

Which of the following disorders is characterized by the most sudden and unpredictable episodes of distress?

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A)   social anxiety disorder
B)   panic disorder
C)   obsessions
D)   compulsionsE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

Oxygen deprivation at the time of birth is a known risk factor for

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A)   panic disorder.
B)   schizophrenia.
C)   bipolar disorder.
D)   obsessive-compulsive disorder.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 3

A guest on a TV talk show claims that "major depressive disorder is not a psychological problem;it's a disease that can be medically treated." Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of this claim.

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Question 4

Many researchers believe that several of the symptoms of schizophrenia result from an overabundance of receptors for the neurotransmitter

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A)   serotonin.
B)   glutamate.
C)   dopamine.
D)   GABA.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

The suggestion that dissociative identity disorder symptoms are created as defenses against the anxiety caused by one's own unacceptable impulses best illustrates the

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A)   psychodynamic perspective.
B)   biopsychosocial approach.
C)   learning perspective.
D)   social-cognitive perspective.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Bipolar disorder is most likely to be characterized by

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A)   a low grade but persistent depression.
B)   flashbacks of a past trauma.
C)   a single manic episode with no history of depression.
D)   alternations between extreme hopelessness and unrealistic optimism.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 7

Those who engage in spurts of excessive overeating,followed by remorse-but do not binge,purge,or fast-are said to have

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A)   binge-eating disorder.
B)   anorexia nervosa.
C)   bulimia nervosa.
D)   a personality disorder.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Research on the causes of schizophrenia strongly suggests that

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A)   there is a genetic predisposition to schizophrenia.
B)   almost anybody will develop schizophrenia if exposed to extensive environmental stress.
C)   schizophrenia patients suffer from a deficiency of the neurotransmitter serotonin.
D)   if adopted children's adoptive parents have schizophrenia,they will,too.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 9

After Anika learned that her history professor had suffered an anxiety disorder,she concluded that the professor's tendency to talk loudly was simply a way of disguising feelings of personal insecurity.This best illustrates the

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A)   value of the psychoanalytic perspective.
B)   shortcomings of the medical model.
C)   unreliability of the DSM-5.
D)   biasing power of diagnostic labels.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

A biological perspective would be LEAST helpful for explaining the

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A)   prevalence of schizophrenia throughout the world.
B)   fluctuations in mood experienced by those suffering a bipolar disorder.
C)   fear of snakes experienced by a high percentage of Americans.
D)   dramatic increase in reported cases of dissociative identity disorder during the 1980s.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 11

Which of the following statements about people with psychological disorders is TRUE?

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A)   Multiple studies have found that people with a major mental illness are less violent than those without a psychological disorder.
B)   In much of the popular media,people with psychological disorders are portrayed in positive,but stereotyped ways,such as being creative geniuses or artistic prodigies.
C)   Research has shown that even people with mild psychological disorders tend to be dangerous and prone to violence.
D)   People with psychological disorders are the least stigmatized group in modern society.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Jason has been in and out of prison for various crimes in which he scammed people out of their money.He feels no guilt or remorse for his behavior;in fact,he blames his victims for being "suckers." Jason illustrates

Accepted Answer

A)   borderline personality disorder.
B)   avoidant personality disorder.
C)   dissociative disorder.
D)   antisocial personality disorder.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 13

Which of the following is an anxiety disorder that is characterized by constant,excessive,and unjustified anxiety about a wide range of issues and circumstances?

Accepted Answer

A)   panic disorder
B)   generalized anxiety disorder
C)   agoraphobia
D)   posttraumatic stress disorderE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 14

The highest rates of depression occur in ________ countries among ________.

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A)   developed;children
B)   underdeveloped;children
C)   developed;young adults
D)   undeveloped;young adultsE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 15

Compulsive hand washing often increases in frequency because it relieves feelings of anxiety.This best illustrates the impact of ________ on compulsive behaviors.

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A)   reinforcement
B)   panic
C)   observational learning
D)   stimulus generalizationE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

The vast majority of violent crimes are committed by those with

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A)   no diagnosed psychological disorder.
B)   posttraumatic stress disorder.
C)   antisocial personality disorder.
D)   dissociative identity disorder.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Amanda's therapist suggests that her depression results from mistakenly blaming herself rather than a slumping economy for her recent job loss.Her therapist's suggestion best illustrates

Accepted Answer

A)   learned helplessness.
B)   linkage analysis.
C)   the learning perspective.
D)   the social-cognitive perspective.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

Phobic behaviors such as avoiding insects or snakes may increase in frequency because they reduce anxiety.This best illustrates the impact of

Accepted Answer

A)   observation.
B)   panic.
C)   reinforcement.
D)   survivor resiliency.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 19

Noah's therapist suggests that Noah developed a dissociative identity disorder in order to misbehave without feeling a strong sense of personal shame.The therapist's suggestion most directly reflects a ________ perspective.

Accepted Answer

A)   biosocial
B)   learning
C)   psychodynamic
D)   biologicalE) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 20

A newspaper editorialist argues that the use of the DSM-5 diagnostic labels is destructively antidemocratic,because it enables an elite corps of mental health professionals to subtly control the values and lifestyles of the rest of society.First give reasons supporting this argument,then defend the continued use of diagnostic labels.

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The answer of A newspaper editorialist argues that the use...

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Research on the causes of schizophrenia strongly suggests that

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After Anika learned that her history professor had suffered an anxiety disorder,she concluded that the professor's tendency to talk loudly was simply a way of disguising feelings of personal insecurity.This best illustrates the

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The highest rates of depression occur in countries among .

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A biological perspective would be LEAST helpful for explaining the

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The suggestion that dissociative identity disorder symptoms are created as defenses against the anxiety caused by one's own unacceptable impulses best illustrates the

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Those who engage in spurts of excessive overeating,followed by remorse-but do not binge,purge,or fast-are said to have

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Compulsive hand washing often increases in frequency because it relieves feelings of anxiety.This best illustrates the impact of ________ on compulsive behaviors.

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Many researchers believe that several of the symptoms of schizophrenia result from an overabundance of receptors for the neurotransmitter

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Which of the following disorders is characterized by the most sudden and unpredictable episodes of distress?

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Oxygen deprivation at the time of birth is a known risk factor for

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A guest on a TV talk show claims that "major depressive disorder is not a psychological problem;it's a disease that can be medically treated." Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of this claim.

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Noah's therapist suggests that Noah developed a dissociative identity disorder in order to misbehave without feeling a strong sense of personal shame.The therapist's suggestion most directly reflects a ________ perspective.

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Which of the following statements about people with psychological disorders is TRUE?

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Which of the following is an anxiety disorder that is characterized by constant,excessive,and unjustified anxiety about a wide range of issues and circumstances?

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Bipolar disorder is most likely to be characterized by

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Jason has been in and out of prison for various crimes in which he scammed people out of their money.He feels no guilt or remorse for his behavior;in fact,he blames his victims for being "suckers." Jason illustrates

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Phobic behaviors such as avoiding insects or snakes may increase in frequency because they reduce anxiety.This best illustrates the impact of

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Amanda's therapist suggests that her depression results from mistakenly blaming herself rather than a slumping economy for her recent job loss.Her therapist's suggestion best illustrates

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Many researchers believe that several of the symptoms of schizophrenia result from an overabundance of receptors for the neurotransmitter

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Which of the following disorders is characterized by the most sudden and unpredictable episodes of distress?

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Oxygen deprivation at the time of birth is a known risk factor for

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A guest on a TV talk show claims that "major depressive disorder is not a psychological problem;it's a disease that can be medically treated." Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of this claim.

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Which of the following statements about people with psychological disorders is TRUE?

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Bipolar disorder is most likely to be characterized by

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Jason has been in and out of prison for various crimes in which he scammed people out of their money.He feels no guilt or remorse for his behavior;in fact,he blames his victims for being "suckers." Jason illustrates

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