Module 5 Quiz - Health Mental Disorders

What is the definition of a mental disorder?

• Feeling isolated and separated from everyone else.

• An illness of the mind that can affect the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of a person, preventing him or her from leading a happy, healthful, and productive life.

• An illness that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living.

• A condition in which real or imagined fears are difficult to control.

What is the third leading cause of death for teens between the ages of 15 to 19?

• Suicide

• Anxiety disorder

• Substance abuse

• Depression

Which of the following is a risk factor for suicide?

• Having a history of good academic performance

• Having a history of abusing alcohol or other drugs

• Having a strong support system of friends and family

• Being involved in extracurricular activities

John, a high school student, is often avoided by his classmates due to a misunderstanding about his behavior. What does this situation best illustrate?

• A mark of shame or disapproval that results in an individual being shunned or rejected by others.

• A strong, irrational fear of something specific, such as heights or social situations.

• Feeling isolated and separated from everyone else.

• An illness that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living.

What is the main idea of the chapter on suicide prevention?

• Recognizing the signs of suicide and strategies to prevent it

• Exploring the causes of conduct disorder

• Learning about the symptoms of mood disorders

• Understanding the different types of anxiety disorders

What is the definition of alienation?

• A mark of shame or disapproval that results in an individual being shunned or rejected by others.

• Feeling isolated and separated from everyone else.

• A condition in which real or imagined fears are difficult to control.

• An illness that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living.

What is a cluster suicide?

• A series of suicides occurring within a short period of time and involving several people in the same school or community.

• A condition in which real or imagined fears are difficult to control.

• An illness that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living.

• Feeling isolated and separated from everyone else.

What are some warning signs of suicide?

• Dramatic changes in personality, impulsive behavior, and a sense of guilt

• Withdrawal from friends, substance abuse, and complaints about physical symptoms

• Indirect statements such as 'I can't take it anymore', withdrawal from friends, and substance abuse

• Direct statements such as 'I wish I were dead', writing poems, and giving away personal belongings

What should you do if someone talks about committing suicide?

• Agree to keep it a secret and not tell anyone

• Take the person seriously and tell an adult immediately

• Laugh it off and make jokes about it

• Ignore it and change the subject

What is the definition of conduct disorder?

• Patterns of behavior in which the rights of others or basic social rules are violated

• An illness that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living

• A condition in which real or imagined fears are difficult to control

• Feeling isolated and separated from everyone else