Psychopathology Quiz

What is the scientific study of psychological disorders called?

• Cultural competence

• Biopsychosocial model

• Aetiology

• Psychopathology

Which of the following is NOT one of the four Ps in the biopsychosocial model?

• Protective factors

• Perpetuating factors

• Predisposing factors

• Psychodynamic factors

What does equifinality refer to in psychopathology?

• Same causal factor leads to different disorders

• Different circumstances lead to the same disorder

• The study of origination or causation

• The interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors

Which neurotransmitter is associated with schizophrenia when over-secreted?

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• Norepinephrine

• Acetylcholine

What is the role of protective factors in mental health?

• Support the individual’s competencies

• Make the problem more likely to develop

• Exacerbate the problem

• Prevent the problem from occurring

Which psychological perspective emphasizes the influence of unconscious processes?

• Behavioral

• Psychodynamic

• Humanistic

• Cognitive-behavioral

What is the primary focus of the cognitive-behavioral perspective?

• Content of thoughts and information processing

• Behavioral conditioning

• Cultural influences

• Biological factors

Which of the following is a predisposing factor?

• A recent traumatic event

• A genetic predisposition

• A supportive family

• A stressful job

What does the term 'multifinality' mean?

• Different circumstances lead to the same disorder

• Same causal factor leads to different disorders

• The role of genetics in mental illness

• The study of mental health across cultures

Which of the following is a biological perspective on mental health?

• Cognitive distortions

• Social support

• Cultural beliefs

• Genetic predisposition