WorksheetsPsychological Disorders Review
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
What is a common characteristic of someone with Antisocial Personality Disorder regarding remorse?
a)
Lack of remorse for their actions.
b)
Excessive guilt and self-blame.
c)
Openly expressing remorse but not changing behavior.
d)
Only feeling remorse when caught.
2.
An individual experiencing rigidity, a symptom of catatonia, might exhibit:
a)
Maintaining a rigid posture and resisting attempts to be moved.
b)
Speaking rapidly and incoherently.
c)
Expressing paranoia about being watched.
d)
Displaying a wide range of emotions that change quickly.
3.
Disorganized schizophrenia is primarily characterized by:
a)
Disorganized speech and behavior, and flat or inappropriate affect
b)
Prominent delusions and hallucinations
c)
Significant motor disturbances like rigidity or purposeless movement
d)
Extreme social withdrawal and lack of emotion
4.
What is a common delusion experienced by individuals with paranoid schizophrenia?
a)
Believing that others are plotting against them
b)
Believing they have special powers
c)
Believing they are someone else
d)
Believing they are immortal
5.
Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of mania?
a)
Increased need for sleep.
b)
Racing thoughts.
c)
Impulsive behavior.
d)
Inflated self-esteem.
6.
What is 'mania' as it relates to bipolar disorder?
a)
A period of abnormally elevated mood, increased energy, and impulsivity.
b)
A prolonged period of deep sadness and despair.
c)
A state of complete calmness and relaxation.
d)
A sudden loss of memory or identity.
7.
Which of the following is a common symptom of depression?
a)
Persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness.
b)
Excessive energy and racing thoughts.
c)
Inflated self-esteem and grandiosity.
d)
Increased appetite and weight gain.
8.
What is a key difference between depression and bipolar disorder?
a)
Bipolar disorder involves periods of both depression and mania, while depression primarily involves periods of low mood.
b)
Depression involves periods of mania, while bipolar disorder only involves periods of low mood.
c)
There is no difference between depression and bipolar disorder.
d)
Depression is caused by genetics, while bipolar disorder is caused by environmental factors.
9.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder is characterized by:
a)
Preoccupation with perceived defects or flaws in physical appearance.
b)
Falsification of medical or psychological symptoms.
c)
Sudden loss of memory or change in identity.
d)
Persistent feelings of detachment from one's body or mental processes.
10.
What is the primary characteristic of hypochondriasis?
a)
Preoccupation with having or acquiring a serious illness.
b)
Loss of motor function due to psychological distress.
c)
Distorted perception of one's body shape or size.
d)
Experiencing physical symptoms with no underlying medical condition but without significant distress.
11.
A person experiencing blindness with no identifiable physical cause might be diagnosed with:
a)
Conversion Disorder
b)
Hypochondriasis
c)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
d)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
12.
Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) was formerly known as what?
a)
Multiple Personality Disorder
b)
Schizophrenia
c)
Borderline Personality Disorder
d)
Conversion Disorder
13.
Which of the following is the primary characteristic of dissociative amnesia?
a)
Inability to recall important personal information, usually of a traumatic or stressful nature.
b)
Persistent feelings of detachment from one's body or mental processes.
c)
The presence of two or more distinct personality states.
d)
Suddenly and unexpectedly traveling away from home or work with amnesia for one's past.
14.
In OCD, what are obsessions?
a)
Recurring, unwanted thoughts, urges, or images that cause anxiety or distress.
b)
Repetitive behaviors or mental acts to reduce anxiety.
c)
Irrational fears of specific objects or situations.
d)
Flashbacks of traumatic events.
15.
What is a common symptom of PTSD?
a)
Flashbacks and nightmares.
b)
Increased sociability.
c)
Decreased startle response.
d)
Feelings of euphoria.
16.
What is the primary difference between a phobia and generalized anxiety?
a)
A phobia is a fear of a specific object or situation, while generalized anxiety is a more general worry.
b)
A phobia is more severe than generalized anxiety.
c)
Generalized anxiety is easier to treat than a phobia.
d)
A phobia is treated with medication, while generalized anxiety is treated with therapy.
17.
What are compulsions in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
a)
Repetitive behaviors or mental acts that someone feels driven to perform in response to an obsession.
b)
Intrusive thoughts about a traumatic event.
c)
Excessive worry about daily events.
d)
Irrational fear of specific objects or situations.
18.
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
a)
Excessive worry about various things, even when there is no apparent reason to worry.
b)
Fear of social situations.
c)
A specific fear, like spiders or heights.
d)
Recurring nightmares related to a past trauma.
19.
Which of the following is a common symptom of a panic attack?
a)
Rapid heartbeat and shortness of breath.
b)
A persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest.
c)
Compulsive behaviors like excessive hand washing.
d)
Intrusive thoughts about a traumatic event.
20.
Which of the following is an example of a maladaptive coping mechanism for dealing with stress?
a)
Excessive alcohol consumption
b)
Regular exercise
c)
Talking to a therapist
d)
Practicing mindfulness
21.
What is the general term for behaviors that prevent a person from successfully adapting to new or stressful situations?
a)
Maladaptive behavior
b)
Adaptive behavior
c)
Healthy coping mechanisms
d)
Positive reinforcement
22.
What is the primary purpose of the DSM-V?
a)
To provide standardized criteria for diagnosing mental disorders
b)
To provide treatment guidelines for mental disorders
c)
To research the causes of mental disorders
d)
To provide a legal definition of mental illness
23.
For the past year, Michael has been constantly worrying about various things, such as his job, health, and family. He feels restless and has difficulty sleeping. What condition is Michael likely experiencing?
a)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
b)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
c)
Panic Disorder
d)
Conversion Disorder
24.
Lisa experiences sudden episodes of intense fear, a racing heart, and difficulty breathing, even when there is no real danger. What condition is Lisa most likely experiencing?
a)
Panic Disorder
b)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
c)
Phobic Disorder
d)
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
25.
Maria has felt persistently sad, hopeless, and has lost interest in activities she used to enjoy for the past six months. She also struggles with sleep and appetite. What is Maria likely experiencing?
a)
Major Depressive Disorder
b)
Bipolar Disorder
c)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
d)
Phobic Disorder
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