Sample Questions and Answers
Which of the following is a core feature of schizophrenia?
A) Hallucinations
B) Memory loss
C) Insomnia
D) Panic attacks
Answer: A
Major depressive disorder is characterized by:
A) Elation and hyperactivity
B) Feelings of worthlessness and guilt
C) Excessive energy
D) Delusions of grandeur
Answer: B
The primary difference between generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder is:
A) Generalized anxiety disorder involves occasional episodes of panic.
B) Panic disorder involves chronic worry.
C) Generalized anxiety disorder involves persistent anxiety without panic attacks.
D) Panic disorder is less severe.
Answer: C
A hallmark symptom of bipolar disorder is:
A) Sudden loss of memory
B) Extreme mood swings between mania and depression
C) Fear of social situations
D) Difficulty concentrating
Answer: B
A person who has a strong fear of social situations and being judged by others most likely has:
A) Social anxiety disorder
B) Agoraphobia
C) Post-traumatic stress disorder
D) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Answer: A
Which of the following is a common feature of borderline personality disorder?
A) Extreme mood swings and impulsive behavior
B) Perfectionism
C) High self-esteem
D) Consistent behavior patterns
Answer: A
In obsessive-compulsive disorder, obsessions are defined as:
A) Repetitive behaviors
B) Recurrent intrusive thoughts
C) Physical tics
D) Periods of deep sadness
Answer: B
The term “catatonia” refers to:
A) A state of abnormal movement or immobility
B) A type of delusion
C) Chronic hallucinations
D) Anxiety related to everyday activities
Answer: A
Which of the following is considered a dissociative disorder?
A) Dissociative identity disorder
B) Bipolar disorder
C) Generalized anxiety disorder
D) Schizophrenia
Answer: A
The “fight or flight” response is most closely associated with which part of the nervous system?
A) Autonomic nervous system
B) Central nervous system
C) Somatic nervous system
D) Peripheral nervous system
Answer: A
A person who is constantly hoarding items and unable to discard possessions despite their lack of value is likely suffering from:
A) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
B) Schizophrenia
C) Hoarding disorder
D) Generalized anxiety disorder
Answer: C
Which of the following disorders is characterized by an intense fear of being in places where escape may be difficult, often leading to avoidance of those places?
A) Social anxiety disorder
B) Agoraphobia
C) Panic disorder
D) Post-traumatic stress disorder
Answer: B
A person with dissociative amnesia may experience:
A) Memory loss of important autobiographical information
B) Sudden emotional outbursts
C) Intense panic attacks
D) Hallucinations
Answer: A
What is the most distinguishing symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
A) Intrusive memories or flashbacks
B) Persistent low mood
C) Hallucinations
D) Panic attacks
Answer: A
In which disorder do individuals believe that they are being persecuted or watched, often with no basis in reality?
A) Narcissistic personality disorder
B) Paranoid personality disorder
C) Bipolar disorder
D) Antisocial personality disorder
Answer: B
An individual with a history of extreme fear and avoidance of situations where they may be embarrassed is most likely to have:
A) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
B) Social anxiety disorder
C) Panic disorder
D) Agoraphobia
Answer: B
A core feature of narcissistic personality disorder is:
A) Excessive self-importance and need for admiration
B) A lack of emotional expression
C) Intense fear of rejection
D) Chronic feelings of emptiness
Answer: A
Which of the following is a common feature of anorexia nervosa?
A) Excessive concern with body weight and a distorted body image
B) Extreme mood swings
C) Binge eating followed by purging
D) Excessive exercise without a focus on weight
Answer: A
An individual with excessive concern over a particular aspect of their health, without a medical explanation, may be suffering from:
A) Hypochondriasis (Illness anxiety disorder)
B) Generalized anxiety disorder
C) Bipolar disorder
D) Somatic symptom disorder
Answer: A
The prevalence of schizophrenia is:
A) Higher in women than men
B) Higher in men than women
C) Equal in men and women
D) Dependent on socioeconomic status
Answer: C
The hallmark symptom of antisocial personality disorder is:
A) Fear of social situations
B) Recurrent suicidal thoughts
C) A disregard for others’ rights
D) Chronic feelings of guilt
Answer: C
In which disorder do individuals show excessive attention-seeking behavior and emotionality?
A) Borderline personality disorder
B) Histrionic personality disorder
C) Narcissistic personality disorder
D) Paranoid personality disorder
Answer: B
A person who experiences recurrent and unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and engages in rituals to neutralize those thoughts is most likely suffering from:
A) Generalized anxiety disorder
B) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
C) Post-traumatic stress disorder
D) Bipolar disorder
Answer: B
The most common treatment for schizophrenia is:
A) Cognitive-behavioral therapy
B) Antipsychotic medications
C) Psychodynamic therapy
D) Family therapy
Answer: B
A fear of being alone in a situation without access to help or escape is characteristic of which disorder?
A) Panic disorder
B) Agoraphobia
C) Social anxiety disorder
D) Specific phobia
Answer: B
Which personality disorder is characterized by a pattern of detachment from social relationships and a limited range of emotional expression?
A) Schizoid personality disorder
B) Antisocial personality disorder
C) Borderline personality disorder
D) Narcissistic personality disorder
Answer: A
In which disorder does an individual experience recurrent, intrusive, and distressing memories of traumatic events?
A) Post-traumatic stress disorder
B) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
C) Social anxiety disorder
D) Major depressive disorder
Answer: A
A primary characteristic of avoidant personality disorder is:
A) An exaggerated sense of self-importance
B) A need for admiration
C) Fear of criticism and rejection
D) Excessive attention-seeking behavior
Answer: C
What is a common treatment approach for bipolar disorder?
A) Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
B) Antidepressant medications only
C) Lithium and mood stabilizers
D) Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) only
Answer: C
A person who displays excessive worry and tension about daily activities over a six-month period may have:
A) Generalized anxiety disorder
B) Panic disorder
C) Post-traumatic stress disorder
D) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Answer: A
31. Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of depression?
A) Persistent sadness
B) Loss of interest in activities
C) Heightened energy levels
D) Difficulty concentrating
Answer: C
32. Which of the following is most commonly associated with a psychotic episode?
A) Hallucinations
B) Generalized anxiety
C) Memory loss
D) Hyperactivity
Answer: A
33. Which of the following is a distinguishing factor between bipolar I and bipolar II disorder?
A) Bipolar I involves only depressive episodes
B) Bipolar II includes hypomanic episodes, not full manic episodes
C) Bipolar I is only diagnosed in children
D) Bipolar II has longer periods of depression
Answer: B
34. A person with a persistent fear of spiders, despite knowing they are not dangerous, most likely has:
A) Social anxiety disorder
B) Agoraphobia
C) Specific phobia
D) Generalized anxiety disorder
Answer: C
35. Which of the following is a key symptom of narcissistic personality disorder?
A) Deep fear of abandonment
B) Lack of empathy for others
C) Chronic feelings of worthlessness
D) Emotional instability
Answer: B
36. In which of the following disorders do individuals experience extreme difficulty in being separated from attachment figures?
A) Separation anxiety disorder
B) Agoraphobia
C) Panic disorder
D) Social anxiety disorder
Answer: A
37. Which of the following is a hallmark feature of schizophrenia?
A) Unpredictable mood swings
B) Delusions and hallucinations
C) Severe depression
D) Hyperactivity
Answer: B
38. A person who engages in repeated hair-pulling behavior that leads to noticeable hair loss most likely has:
A) Trichotillomania (Hair-pulling disorder)
B) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
C) Bipolar disorder
D) Histrionic personality disorder
Answer: A
39. An individual with a pattern of grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy likely has:
A) Narcissistic personality disorder
B) Borderline personality disorder
C) Antisocial personality disorder
D) Histrionic personality disorder
Answer: A
40. Which of the following is NOT a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
A) Intrusive memories
B) Hypervigilance
C) Apathy and emotional numbing
D) Feelings of euphoria
Answer: D
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