Mental Health Disorders Quiz

Harper has been feeling down for several weeks and has lost interest in activities she once enjoyed. Which of the following is a key symptom of Major Depressive Disorder?

• Periods of elevated mood and increased energy

• Persistent feelings of sadness or loss of interest

• Recurrent panic attacks

• Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors

Charlotte visits her psychiatrist and describes experiencing periods of extremely high energy and risky behavior that last for a week, sometimes requiring hospitalization. Mia, on the other hand, reports having shorter periods of elevated mood that do not cause major problems in her life. What is the primary difference between Charlotte's and Mia's conditions?

• Bipolar I includes full manic episodes, while Bipolar II includes hypomanic episodes

• Bipolar I includes only depressive episodes

• Bipolar II includes psychotic features

• Bipolar I is only diagnosed in children

Olivia has experienced chronic, fluctuating mood disturbances for several years, with numerous periods where she feels unusually energetic and upbeat, as well as times when she feels down. However, her symptoms have never been severe enough to meet the criteria for a full manic or major depressive episode. Which disorder best describes Olivia's condition?

• Major Depressive Disorder

• Cyclothymic Disorder

• Persistent Depressive Disorder

• Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

Mason is a 10-year-old who frequently has severe temper outbursts that are out of proportion to the situation, such as yelling or throwing things when asked to do simple tasks. Which of the following is a defining feature of Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)?

• Severe temper outbursts that are out of proportion to the situation

• Periods of euphoria and grandiosity

• Obsessive-compulsive behaviors

• Hallucinations and delusions

Abigail notices that every month, in the days leading up to her period, she experiences severe mood swings, irritability, and depression. Which of the following conditions is most closely associated with her symptoms?

• Chronic low mood unrelated to menstrual cycle

• Severe mood swings, irritability, and depression before menstruation

• Recurrent panic attacks

• Persistent delusions

Kai has been feeling sad most days for at least two years, with low energy and poor self-esteem. Which disorder does this most likely indicate?

• Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)

• Bipolar I Disorder

• Cyclothymic Disorder

• Major Depressive Disorder

Olivia has recently given birth and, within a few weeks, she begins to experience intense depressive symptoms, including hopelessness and difficulty bonding with her baby. Which diagnosis is most appropriate?

• Seasonal Affective Disorder

• Postpartum Depression

• Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

• Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

Zoe notices that she feels depressed every winter, but her symptoms improve in the spring and summer. Which disorder does this pattern suggest?

• Major Depressive Disorder with Seasonal Pattern (Seasonal Affective Disorder)

• Bipolar II Disorder

• Persistent Depressive Disorder

• Cyclothymic Disorder

James has been experiencing mood swings for several years. His moods fluctuate between periods of mild elation and mild depression, but he has never had a full manic episode or a major depressive episode. Which of the following best differentiates Cyclothymic Disorder from Bipolar II Disorder in James's case?

• Cyclothymic Disorder involves full manic episodes

• Cyclothymic Disorder involves chronic mood fluctuations that do not meet criteria for hypomanic or major depressive episodes

• Bipolar II Disorder does not involve depressive symptoms

• Bipolar II Disorder is only diagnosed in adolescents

Priya, a 15-year-old, has frequent, severe temper outbursts and is irritable most of the day, nearly every day, for over a year. Which diagnosis is most likely?

• Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

• Bipolar I Disorder

• Major Depressive Disorder

• Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder