Question 1

In a study examining the genetic influences on antisocial personality disorder,researchers found that,as compared with the brain of nonmurderers of the same age and sex,the brain of murderers showed reduced activity in the ________,a brain area that helps with impulse control.

Accepted Answer

A)   pineal gland
B)   reticular formation
C)   frontal lobe
D)   medullaE) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 2

The first person to promote "moral treatment" for psychological disorders,instead of the brutal treatments used during his time,was

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A)   Sigmund Freud.
B)   Philippe Pinel.
C)   David Rosenhan.
D)   Lee Robins.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

Catherine was home alone one evening when someone broke into her home and robbed her.While this experience was traumatizing,she feels she has become a stronger person because of it.She is demonstrating

Accepted Answer

A)   posttraumatic growth.
B)   posttraumatic stress disorder.
C)   obsessive thoughts.
D)   a specific phobia.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 4

Supporters of today's increasing diagnosis of ADHD have noted that

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A)   an increased use of stimulant drugs such as Ritalin has increased the incidence of ADHD symptoms.
B)   ADHD is a real neurobiological disorder and its existence should no longer be debated.
C)   depressant drugs that reduce violent behaviors offer the best hope for reducing the incidence of ADHD symptoms.
D)   motivated students without ADHD symptoms can also profit from prescription drugs for ADHD.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

It has been suggested that compulsive acts typically exaggerate behaviors that contributed to the survival of the human species.This idea best illustrates the ________ perspective.

Accepted Answer

A)   humanistic
B)   conditioning
C)   psychoanalytic
D)   biologicalE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 6

A periods of immobility or repetitive movement is referred to as

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A)   catatonia.
B)   flat affect.
C)   an impaired theory of mind.
D)   delusions.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 7

About ________ of those who think about dying by suicide actually attempt suicide.

Accepted Answer

A)   1 in 10
B)   2 in 10
C)   3 in 10
D)   4 in 10E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

Sixteen-year-old Jill loves ice cream and other rich foods,but she has become increasingly anxious about gaining too much weight.Jill frequently overeats and then intentionally vomits in an attempt to control her weight.Jill most clearly suffers from

Accepted Answer

A)   dissociative identity disorder.
B)   bulimia nervosa.
C)   binge-eating disorder.
D)   anorexia nervosa.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 9

The ________ established the RDoC as an approach to the classification of psychological disorders that will complement the DSM-5.

Accepted Answer

A)   U.S.National Institute of Mental Health
B)   American Psychiatric Association
C)   American Psychological Association
D)   medical modelE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true regarding disordered aggression?

Accepted Answer

A)   Disordered aggression is explained the same way in various cultures.
B)   Disordered aggression may have varying explanations in different cultures.
C)   Cultures do not attempt to explain disordered aggression.
D)   There is no such thing as disordered aggression.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Which of the following disorders typically occurs in periodic episodes that eventually terminate by themselves even without professional help?

Accepted Answer

A)   bipolar disorder
B)   linkage analysis
C)   major depressive disorder
D)   disruptive mood dysregulation disorderE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Elmer,the owner of an auto service station,suddenly began smashing the front fenders and hoods of two customers' cars.When asked why,he excitedly explained that he was transforming the cars into "real racing machines." When an employee tried to restrain him,he shouted that everybody was fired and quickly began breaking the car windows.Elmer is exhibiting symptoms of

Accepted Answer

A)   depression.
B)   disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.
C)   rumination.
D)   mania.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 13

ADHD is often treated with the ________ drugs Ritalin and Adderall.

Accepted Answer

A)   opiate
B)   stimulant
C)   hunger-arousing
D)   sleep-inducingE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Research regarding depression indicates that

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A)   depression is typically unrelated to stressful life events.
B)   depression is unlikely to be overcome without professional help.
C)   depression is associated with abnormally high levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin.
D)   with each new generation,depression is increasing in its prevalence.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 15

According to a survey conducted with Dutch people,if someone has a specific phobia,which of the following fears are likely to become a phobia?

Accepted Answer

A)   being alone
B)   storms
C)   blood
D)   heightsE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 16

Amber is extremely afraid of rejection,and so she has withdrawn from social contact.She would most likely be considered to have a(n) ________ personality disorder.

Accepted Answer

A)   avoidant
B)   narcissistic
C)   borderline
D)   antisocialE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 17

Vince is an adolescent male who aims to be excessively muscular.Which of the following factors is NOT associated with this pursuit?

Accepted Answer

A)   high self-evaluation
B)   fret about falling short of expectations
C)   perfectionist standards
D)   concern about how others view himE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

Among women,the stresses and demoralization of poverty are especially likely to precipitate

Accepted Answer

A)   ADHD.
B)   depression.
C)   schizophrenia.
D)   an eating disorder.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Brad has problems with extreme mood swings.His behavior has produced interpersonal,family,and occupational problems.Brad likely has

Accepted Answer

A)   a psychological disorder.
B)   hormonal problems.
C)   a moral problem.
D)   epigenetics.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 20

Rumination is

Accepted Answer

A)   compulsive fretting and overthinking about problems and their causes.
B)   denial about having any depressed feelings.
C)   explaining our own failures in terms that are global,stable,and internal.
D)   the tendency to recall experiences that are consistent with one's current good or bad mood.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Exam 14: Psychological Disorders

It has been suggested that compulsive acts typically exaggerate behaviors that contributed to the survival of the human species.This idea best illustrates the ________ perspective.

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ADHD is often treated with the ________ drugs Ritalin and Adderall.

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The first person to promote "moral treatment" for psychological disorders,instead of the brutal treatments used during his time,was

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Vince is an adolescent male who aims to be excessively muscular.Which of the following factors is NOT associated with this pursuit?

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A periods of immobility or repetitive movement is referred to as

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Brad has problems with extreme mood swings.His behavior has produced interpersonal,family,and occupational problems.Brad likely has

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According to a survey conducted with Dutch people,if someone has a specific phobia,which of the following fears are likely to become a phobia?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding disordered aggression?

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About ________ of those who think about dying by suicide actually attempt suicide.

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The ________ established the RDoC as an approach to the classification of psychological disorders that will complement the DSM-5.

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Amber is extremely afraid of rejection,and so she has withdrawn from social contact.She would most likely be considered to have a(n) ________ personality disorder.

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Sixteen-year-old Jill loves ice cream and other rich foods,but she has become increasingly anxious about gaining too much weight.Jill frequently overeats and then intentionally vomits in an attempt to control her weight.Jill most clearly suffers from

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Rumination is

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In a study examining the genetic influences on antisocial personality disorder,researchers found that,as compared with the brain of nonmurderers of the same age and sex,the brain of murderers showed reduced activity in the ________,a brain area that helps with impulse control.

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Supporters of today's increasing diagnosis of ADHD have noted that

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Among women,the stresses and demoralization of poverty are especially likely to precipitate

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Which of the following disorders typically occurs in periodic episodes that eventually terminate by themselves even without professional help?

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Research regarding depression indicates that

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Catherine was home alone one evening when someone broke into her home and robbed her.While this experience was traumatizing,she feels she has become a stronger person because of it.She is demonstrating

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Exam 14: Psychological Disorders

It has been suggested that compulsive acts typically exaggerate behaviors that contributed to the survival of the human species.This idea best illustrates the ________ perspective.

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ADHD is often treated with the ________ drugs Ritalin and Adderall.

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The first person to promote "moral treatment" for psychological disorders,instead of the brutal treatments used during his time,was

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Vince is an adolescent male who aims to be excessively muscular.Which of the following factors is NOT associated with this pursuit?

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A periods of immobility or repetitive movement is referred to as

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Brad has problems with extreme mood swings.His behavior has produced interpersonal,family,and occupational problems.Brad likely has

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According to a survey conducted with Dutch people,if someone has a specific phobia,which of the following fears are likely to become a phobia?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding disordered aggression?

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About ________ of those who think about dying by suicide actually attempt suicide.

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The ________ established the RDoC as an approach to the classification of psychological disorders that will complement the DSM-5.

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Amber is extremely afraid of rejection,and so she has withdrawn from social contact.She would most likely be considered to have a(n) ________ personality disorder.

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Sixteen-year-old Jill loves ice cream and other rich foods,but she has become increasingly anxious about gaining too much weight.Jill frequently overeats and then intentionally vomits in an attempt to control her weight.Jill most clearly suffers from

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Rumination is

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Supporters of today's increasing diagnosis of ADHD have noted that

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Which of the following disorders typically occurs in periodic episodes that eventually terminate by themselves even without professional help?

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Research regarding depression indicates that

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