Psychological Disorders Quizs

Compulsions

• Repetitive behaviors or mental acts performed in response to an obsession or according to rigid rules, intended to reduce anxiety or prevent a feared event.

• A type of anxiety disorder characterized by excessive worry about various aspects of life.

• A therapeutic technique used to treat phobias by gradual exposure to the feared object or situation.

• A cognitive distortion where a person believes that their thoughts can cause harm to others.

DSM-5-TR

• A widely used system for classifying psychological disorders.

• A type of therapy for mental health issues.

• A medication for treating anxiety disorders.

• A historical document on psychiatric practices.

Delusion

• A false belief, often of persecution or grandeur, that may accompany psychotic disorders.

• A state of extreme happiness or euphoria.

• A temporary loss of memory or consciousness.

• A condition characterized by excessive worry and anxiety.

Diathesis-stress model

• The theory that psychological disorders are solely caused by genetic factors.

• The concept that environmental factors have no impact on psychological disorders.

• The concept that genetic predispositions (diathesis) combine with environmental stressors (stress) to influence psychological disorder.

• The idea that psychological disorders are only a result of stress without any genetic influence.

Acute schizophrenia

• A form of schizophrenia that can begin at any age and frequently occurs in response to a traumatic event, with a higher likelihood of recovery.

• A chronic form of schizophrenia that typically begins in early adulthood and is less likely to result in recovery.

• A type of schizophrenia that is characterized by long-term symptoms and requires lifelong treatment.

• A rare form of schizophrenia that only occurs in individuals with a family history of mental illness.

Specific phobia

• An anxiety disorder marked by a persistent, irrational fear and avoidance of a specific object, activity, or situation.

• A condition characterized by excessive worry about various aspects of life.

• A mental health disorder involving mood swings and emotional instability.

• A type of anxiety disorder that involves fear of social situations.

Neurodevelopmental disorders

• Central nervous system abnormalities that start in childhood and alter thinking and behavior.

• A type of physical disorder that affects mobility and coordination.

• A psychological condition that only occurs in adulthood.

• A genetic disorder that affects physical appearance.

Personality disorders

• A group of disorders characterized by temporary mood swings and emotional instability.

• A group of disorders characterized by enduring inner experiences or behavior patterns that differ from someone’s cultural norms and expectations, are pervasive and inflexible, begin in adolescence or early adulthood, are stable over time, and cause distress or impairment.

• A group of disorders that primarily affect cognitive functions and memory.

• A group of disorders that are easily treatable with medication and therapy.

Diathesis

• An underlying vulnerability or predisposition that can be genetic, biological, or psychological in nature.

• A type of psychological disorder characterized by mood swings.

• A method of treatment for anxiety disorders.

• A genetic mutation that causes physical abnormalities.

Depressive disorders

• A group of disorders characterized by an enduring sad, empty, or irritable mood, along with physical and cognitive changes that affect a person’s ability to function.

• A temporary state of sadness that resolves quickly without treatment.

• A type of anxiety disorder that involves excessive worry and fear.

• A personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy and disregard for others.