Anxiety Disorders Quiz

What is the main difference between anxiety and fear?

• Anxiety is a response to a known cause, while fear is a pathological state

• Anxiety is a response to a known cause, while fear is a feeling of dread

• Anxiety is differentiated from fear by the presence of somatic signs

• Anxiety is differentiated from fear by the autonomic nervous system

Answer explanation

Anxiety is differentiated from fear by the presence of somatic signs

Which subtype of anxiety disorder is characterized by recurrent unexpected panic attacks?

• Generalized anxiety disorder

• Social phobia

• Specific phobia

• Panic disorder

Answer explanation

Panic disorder is characterized by recurrent unexpected panic attacks, making it the subtype of anxiety disorder in this scenario.

What are the diagnostic criteria for panic attacks according to DSM-5?

• Intense fear with at least 4 symptoms within 30 minutes

• Sudden fear accompanied by at least 5 symptoms

• Intense fear with at least 4 symptoms within 10 minutes

• Sudden fear accompanied by at least 3 symptoms

Answer explanation

The correct diagnostic criteria for panic attacks according to DSM-5 is intense fear with at least 4 symptoms within 10 minutes.

Which subtype of anxiety disorder involves excessive anxiety and worry for 6 months or more?

• Specific phobia

• Social anxiety disorder

• Generalized anxiety disorder

• Panic disorder

Answer explanation

Generalized anxiety disorder involves excessive anxiety and worry for 6 months or more.

What is the main characteristic of specific phobia?

• Excessive fear of social situations

• Excessive fear of panic attacks

• Excessive fear of separation

• Excessive fear cued by a specific object

Answer explanation

The main characteristic of specific phobia is excessive fear cued by a specific object.

Which anxiety disorder subtype is characterized by excessive fear of social situations?

• Selective mutism

• Social anxiety disorder

• Specific phobia

• Separation anxiety disorder

Answer explanation

Social anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive fear of social situations, making it the correct subtype among the options provided.

What is the main biological factor contributing to anxiety disorders?

• Increased serotonin levels

• Decreased norepinephrine metabolites

• Hyperactivity in locus ceruleus

• Decreased autonomic reaction

Answer explanation

The main biological factor contributing to anxiety disorders is decreased autonomic reaction.

Which therapy approach addresses cognitive distortions directly in anxiety disorders?

• Cognitive behavioral therapy

• Psychoanalytic therapy

• Supportive therapy

• Insight-oriented psychotherapy

Answer explanation

Cognitive behavioral therapy directly addresses cognitive distortions in anxiety disorders by focusing on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.

What is the main symptom of separation anxiety disorder in children and adolescents?

• Excessive worry of losing attached individuals

• Physical complaints when separated

• Reluctance to go out alone

• Excessive distress when experiencing separation

Answer explanation

The main symptom of separation anxiety disorder in children and adolescents is reluctance to go out alone.

Which subtype of anxiety disorder involves failure to speak in specific social situations?

• Selective mutism

• Separation anxiety disorder

• Social anxiety disorder

• Specific phobia

Answer explanation

Selective mutism involves failure to speak in specific social situations, making it the subtype of anxiety disorder described in the question.