Practical Application Flashcard – Chapters 3, 8, and 12

Front

What treatment is most common for depression today?

Back

Medication

Front

A student with a family history of mental illness is:

Back

At increased risk

Front

A neurotransmitter affecting mood, sleep, and appetite is:

Back

Serotonin

Front

A repetitive behavior done to relieve anxiety is known as:

Back

Compulsion

Front

What type of therapy focuses on current communication issues rather than past trauma? Options: Psychodynamic, Interpersonal, Hypnotherapy

Back

Interpersonal

Front

A panic attack includes: Hallucinations, Slow heart rate, Sudden terror, Memory loss

Back

Sudden terror

Front

The most common mental health issue in male college students is:

Back

Anxiety

Front

Someone who avoids checking the fridge multiple times likely suffers from:

Back

OCD

Front

What is one major risk factor for suicide?

Back

Past attempts

Front

Which therapy focuses on changing thought patterns?

Back

Cognitive therapy