Sample Questions and Answers
Which of the following is most characteristic of a child with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)?
A. Frequent mood swings B. Disregard for rules and authority figures
C. Lack of empathy
D. Recurrent nightmares
Answer: B. Disregard for rules and authority figures
Which disorder is marked by persistent defiant behavior and irritability, but does not involve extreme aggression?
A. Antisocial Personality Disorder
B. Oppositional Defiant Disorder
C. Conduct Disorder
D. Bipolar Disorder
Answer: B. Oppositional Defiant Disorder
A child who consistently has difficulty making eye contact, struggles with understanding social cues, and exhibits repetitive behaviors most likely has:
A. Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
B. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
C. Generalized Anxiety Disorder
D. Conduct Disorder
Answer: B. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
The primary symptom of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is:
Difficulty sleeping
B. Excessive aggression
C. Inattention and hyperactivity
D. Avoidance of social interactions
Answer: C. Inattention and hyperactivity
Which of the following is a potential cause of conduct disorder in children?
Trauma or abuse
B. Positive reinforcement of good behavior
C. Social isolation
D. Strict parenting
Answer: A. Trauma or abuse
A child who consistently engages in severe lying, stealing, or aggression may have:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
B. Conduct Disorder
C. Major Depressive Disorder
D. Separation Anxiety Disorder
Answer: B. Conduct Disorder
A common feature of both ADHD and learning disabilities is:
Difficulty in following instructions
B. Lack of interest in academics
C. Intellectual disabilities
D. Difficulty in managing emotions
Answer: A. Difficulty in following instructions
Which of the following best describes the symptoms of Separation Anxiety Disorder?
Fear of abandonment, excessive worry about parents’ safety
B. Difficulty in making friends
C. Obsessive thoughts about failure
D. Extreme fatigue and low energy
Answer: A. Fear of abandonment, excessive worry about parents’ safety
A child with a persistent fear of social situations and the fear of being judged negatively by others may have:
Social Anxiety Disorder
B. Generalized Anxiety Disorder
C. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
D. Panic Disorder
Answer: A. Social Anxiety Disorder
A common characteristic of children with reactive attachment disorder (RAD) is:
Persistent sadness
B. Difficulty forming healthy relationships
C. Sudden bursts of anger
D. Excessive sleepiness
Answer: B. Difficulty forming healthy relationships
What is the hallmark characteristic of children with a manic episode in bipolar disorder?
Severe mood swings with periods of euphoria
B. Difficulty concentrating and staying still
C. Lack of emotional expression
D. Persistent fears and worries
Answer: A. Severe mood swings with periods of euphoria
The best intervention for a child with specific phobia would be:
Medication only
B. Cognitive-behavioral therapy
C. Long-term hospitalization
D. Psychoanalysis
Answer: B. Cognitive-behavioral therapy
A child diagnosed with a mood disorder may demonstrate:
Sudden changes in behavior, such as withdrawal from family and friends
B. Extreme hyperactivity
C. Hypervigilance
D. Severe aggression towards peers
Answer: A. Sudden changes in behavior, such as withdrawal from family and friends
Which disorder is characterized by the child having a consistent pattern of being excessively clingy or fearful when away from their caregivers?
Separation Anxiety Disorder
B. Social Anxiety Disorder
C. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
D. Autism Spectrum Disorder
Answer: A. Separation Anxiety Disorder
Which of the following disorders often co-occurs with ADHD in children?
Depression
B. Bipolar Disorder
C. Oppositional Defiant Disorder
D. Schizophrenia
Answer: C. Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Which behavior is most likely to be exhibited by a child with anorexia nervosa?
Binge eating followed by purging
B. Consuming large amounts of food in secret
C. Restricting food intake and excessive exercise
D. Avoiding food and not thinking about eating
Answer: C. Restricting food intake and excessive exercise
Which of the following is the primary symptom of Conduct Disorder?
Extreme hyperactivity
B. Aggression and disregard for others’ rights
C. Persistent feelings of sadness
D. Inability to focus on tasks
Answer: B. Aggression and disregard for others’ rights
What is a common treatment for Generalized Anxiety Disorder in children?
Medication with a focus on anti-depressants
B. Exposure therapy
C. Psychoeducation and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
D. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Answer: C. Psychoeducation and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
In children, the most common form of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is:
Checking rituals
B. Contamination fears
C. Hoarding
D. Repeating certain phrases or actions
Answer: B. Contamination fears
Children with a history of trauma often experience:
Delusions
B. Nightmares and flashbacks
C. Increased energy and excitement
D. Disinterest in the world around them
Answer: B. Nightmares and flashbacks
The first-line treatment for Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often involves:
Antidepressant medications
B. Stimulant medications
C. Intensive psychotherapy
D. Hospitalization
Answer: B. Stimulant medications
Which of the following is the primary cause of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in children?
A traumatic event or experience
B. Genetic predisposition
C. Poor parenting
D. Chronic health conditions
Answer: A. A traumatic event or experience
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) typically have challenges in:
Understanding sarcasm or non-literal language
B. Memory and attention
C. Visual-spatial skills
D. Ability to perform physical tasks
Answer: A. Understanding sarcasm or non-literal language
What distinguishes social anxiety disorder from selective mutism in children?
Social anxiety involves a fear of judgment, while selective mutism involves an inability to speak
B. Selective mutism leads to aggression, while social anxiety does not
C. Social anxiety always results in depression, while selective mutism does not
D. Selective mutism occurs only in children with autism
Answer: A. Social anxiety involves a fear of judgment, while selective mutism involves an inability to speak
A child diagnosed with ADHD may struggle with:
Understanding abstract concepts
B. Sleeping at night
C. Sitting still for extended periods
D. Developing language skills
Answer: C. Sitting still for extended periods
The onset of which disorder is typically between ages 6 and 12?
Schizophrenia
B. ADHD
C. Borderline Personality Disorder
D. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Answer: B. ADHD
What is the most common form of anxiety disorder in children?
Specific Phobia
B. Generalized Anxiety Disorder
C. Panic Disorder
D. Separation Anxiety Disorder
Answer: A. Specific Phobia
A child with an intellectual disability would likely demonstrate:
An inability to understand humor
B. Challenges in academic learning and adaptive behavior
C. A high level of social functioning
D. Difficulty focusing on a single task for long periods
Answer: B. Challenges in academic learning and adaptive behavior
Which of the following is an example of a compulsive behavior in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Hoarding items
B. Checking things repeatedly
C. Overeating
D. Sleep disturbances
Answer: B. Checking things repeatedly
Which of the following therapies is most commonly used to treat childhood depression?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
B. Psychoanalysis
C. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
D. Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Answer: A. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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