QUIZ PRE-ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS Basic details NameEmailPhone Number 1 / 30 Which neurotransmitter is commonly implicated in the pathophysiology of psychotic disorders like schizophrenia? A. GABA B. Dopamine C. Acetylcholine D. Serotonin 2 / 30 Taking case history from the 'Patient's relatives or friends who provide information are collectively called as' A. Source B. Custodians C. Guardians D. Informants 3 / 30 The conditions that tend to maintain maladaptive behavior that is already occurring is called: A. Reinforcing causal factor B. Contributory causal factor C. Distal Causal factor D. Proximal causal factor 4 / 30 A depressive disorder involving chronic depression of less intensity than major depressive disorders. A. bipolar disorder B. Dysthymic disorder C. hypomaniac disorder D. euphoric mood 5 / 30 Which of the following psychological disturbances does not occur in response to an identifiable experience? A. acute stress disorder B. depression C. Schizophrenia D. adjustment disorder 6 / 30 Traits such as unconcern for the feelings of others, gross and persistent attitude of irresponsibility and disregard for social norms, rules and obligations, very low tolerance of frustration, incapacity to experience guild are characteristics of A. Schizotypal Personality Disorder B. Histrionic Personality Disorder C. Antisocial Personality Disorder D. Narcissistic Personality Disorder 7 / 30 For an adjustment disorder to be diagnosed, the symptoms must appear within ___________ months of the stressor A. six B. nine C. two D. three 8 / 30 The Myth of Mental Illness was written by A. Albert Ellis B. Devil Rosenhan C. Thomas Szasz D. Dorothea Dix 9 / 30 In an MSE, what term describes the patient's overall level of emotional expression and responsiveness? A. Insight B. Judgment C. Sensorium D. Affect 10 / 30 Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between insight and treatment adherence in mental health? A. High insight is associated with lower treatment adherence. B. There is no relationship between insight and treatment adherence. C. High insight is associated with higher treatment adherence. D. Low insight is associated with higher treatment adherence. 11 / 30 Which of the following is a characteristic feature of psychotic disorders? A. Mild fluctuations in mood B. Temporary feelings of anxiety C. Loss of contact with reality D. Difficulty concentrating 12 / 30 Which of the following personality disorders describes a person who has an extremely unstable self-image, is moody, and does not develop stable relationships? A. Schizoid B. Borderline C. Histrionic D. Narcissistic 13 / 30 Which of the following characteristics in not a symptom of a personality disorder? A. Impaired functioning B. Great social and personal distress C. Inflexibility D. Major depression E. Maladaptive traits 14 / 30 All of the following are components of Selye's stress response EXCEPT A. resistance B. flight C. exhaustion D. alarm 15 / 30 A disorder that has the symptoms of both schizophrenia and mood disorders are called __________ A. Acute Schizophrenia B. Delusions C. Schizoaffective disorder D. Bipolar disorder 16 / 30 ________________is an indepth, detailed examination of a particular case. A. Case history B. Mental status examination C. Case study D. Case conceptualisation 17 / 30 The aim of a projective test is to: A. Assess the way in which people perceive stimuli and gain information about unconscious processes B. Assess the role of organic factors in thinking C. Predict behaviour D. Compare responses with others 18 / 30 Irrational fear of a specific object, situation or activity often leading to a persistent avoidance of the feared object, situation or activity is called ____________ A. Phobia B. Panic attack C. Delusion D. Obsession 19 / 30 Comorbidity explains the notion that: A. Depression always occurs in the winter B. Differentially defined disorders can co-occur C. People suffering from the same psychological illness die at the same time D. Sufferes exhibits a chronic fear of death 20 / 30 What does the "biopsychosocial model" propose about psychological disorders? A. They are caused solely by biological factors. B. They are caused by supernatural influences. C. They are caused by a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors. D. They are caused solely by psychological factors 21 / 30 A patient shared that she was hospitalized for homicidal and suicidal thoughts last month and has come to you with symptoms of a Major Depressive Episode. Records from the hospital document a history of both depressive and hypomanic episodes. Which diagnosis will she likely have? A. Depression B. Bipolar I Disorder C. Bipolar II Disorder D. Anxiety 22 / 30 Which of the following is an example of repression: A. Suppressing bad memories or current thoughts that cause anxiety B. Suppressing your natural instincts C. Stopping others from behaving inappropriately D. Stopping yourself from behaving the way you want to 23 / 30 A new client comes into the office and tells you about experiencing excessive anxiety, restlessness, muscle tension and having headaches almost every day. She also tells you she has trouble sleeping and can’t concentrate at work. which disorder sounds the most logical? A. Anxiety disorder B. major depressive disorder C. social phobia D. Schizophrenia 24 / 30 Which of the following disorders has, in some circumstances, been treated with electroconvulsive therapy? A. Schizophrenia B. Dissociative identity disorder C. Hypochondriasis D. Paranoid personality disorder E. Obsessive-compulsive disorder 25 / 30 Paramnesia is: A. Remembering paranormal phenomenon B. Incorrect recollection C. None of the above D. Forgetting 26 / 30 Individuals who have reported paralysis of a limb, blindness, or seizures with no physical or neurological damage are most likely suffering from: A. Bipolar disorder B. Post-traumatic stress disorder C. A conversion disorder D. A panic disorder E. Hypochondriasis 27 / 30 Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Hypochondriasis? A. Preoccupation with having a serious illness despite medical reassurance B. Recurrent, intrusive thoughts about contamination or harm C. Sudden and unexpected episodes of intense fear or discomfort D. Excessive worry about social situations 28 / 30 The ancient operation to operate the skull and treat abnormal behavior is known as A. Trephination B. Endarterectomy C. Craniectomy D. Surgery 29 / 30 The disorder in which the symptoms of schizophrenia and mood disorders are prominently present within the same episode are called A. Schizophreniform disorder B. Schizoaffective Disorder C. None of the following D. Delusional Disorder 30 / 30 What term describes a therapeutic technique that involves uncovering and exploring unconscious conflicts and emotions? A. Exposure therapy B. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) C. Psychoanalysis D. Cognitive restructuring Your score isThe average score is 70% 0% Restart quiz