, QMHA - Mental Disorders EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT!
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - ANSWER Characterized by a
persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity.
Subtypes of ADHD - ANSWER Include predominantly hyperactive/impulsive,
predominantly inattentive, and combined hyperactive/inattentive presentations.
Bipolar and Related Disorders - ANSWER Involve atypical, dramatic mood swings from
intense happiness and impulsivity to deep sadness and hopelessness.
Manic Episode - ANSWER Features abnormally elevated mood, increased energy, and
impaired functioning.
Hypomanic Episode - ANSWER Similar to a manic episode but less severe, not causing
serious social or occupational problems.
Major Depressive Episode - ANSWER Characterized by persistent depressed mood or
loss of interest/pleasure.
Mixed State - ANSWER Combines symptoms of both manic and major depressive
episodes.
Bipolar I Disorder - ANSWER Diagnosed after experiencing at least one manic episode.
Bipolar II Disorder - ANSWER Involves more frequent depressive episodes and at least
one hypomanic episode, but not a full manic episode.
Cyclothymic Disorder (Cyclothymia) - ANSWER A milder form of bipolar disorder
characterized by mood fluctuations.
Depressive Disorders - ANSWER Characterized by a sad, hopeless, empty, or irritable
mood, and somatic and cognitive changes that significantly interfere with daily life.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
CORRECT!
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - ANSWER Characterized by a
persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity.
Subtypes of ADHD - ANSWER Include predominantly hyperactive/impulsive,
predominantly inattentive, and combined hyperactive/inattentive presentations.
Bipolar and Related Disorders - ANSWER Involve atypical, dramatic mood swings from
intense happiness and impulsivity to deep sadness and hopelessness.
Manic Episode - ANSWER Features abnormally elevated mood, increased energy, and
impaired functioning.
Hypomanic Episode - ANSWER Similar to a manic episode but less severe, not causing
serious social or occupational problems.
Major Depressive Episode - ANSWER Characterized by persistent depressed mood or
loss of interest/pleasure.
Mixed State - ANSWER Combines symptoms of both manic and major depressive
episodes.
Bipolar I Disorder - ANSWER Diagnosed after experiencing at least one manic episode.
Bipolar II Disorder - ANSWER Involves more frequent depressive episodes and at least
one hypomanic episode, but not a full manic episode.
Cyclothymic Disorder (Cyclothymia) - ANSWER A milder form of bipolar disorder
characterized by mood fluctuations.
Depressive Disorders - ANSWER Characterized by a sad, hopeless, empty, or irritable
mood, and somatic and cognitive changes that significantly interfere with daily life.
