OVERVIEW OF PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS AND
TREATMENTS | FROM QUESTION TO PERFECTION|
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Course Code:
Course Title:
Programme:
Academic Year: 2026/2027.
Duration: 2 Hours.
Total Marks: 100.
Candidate Instructions:
1) Write your Registration Number on every answer booklet used.
2) Answer ALL questions in Section A and ANY TWO (2) questions in Section B.
3) Read each question carefully before answering.
4) Begin each question on a new page.
5) The marks for each question are indicated in brackets.
6) This paper consists of several printed pages, including this page.
7) Ensure your copy is complete before the examination begins.
8) Unauthorized materials and communication with other candidates are not permitted.
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, Anxiety Disorders Answer: Uncomfortable feelings of dread from stress.
Physical Symptoms of Anxiety Answer: Includes muscle aches, palpitations, and nausea.
Behavioral Symptoms of Anxiety Answer: Tremors, restlessness, and difficulty concentrating.
Treatment Modalities for Anxiety Answer: Includes medications, psychotherapy, and relaxation
techniques.
Somatic Symptoms Disorder Answer: Physical symptoms without a medical explanation.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Answer: Anxiety following traumatic events.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Answer: Excessive worry lasting six months or more.
Panic Disorder Answer: Recurrent panic attacks with extreme fear.
Agoraphobia Answer: Fear of open or crowded spaces.
Phobias Answer: Irrational fears of specific objects or situations.
Freud's Psychoanalytic Theory Answer: Anxiety arises from id and superego conflict.
Amygdala's Role Answer: Processes fear and anxiety memories.
Diagnostic Tests for Anxiety Answer: Includes EKG, CBC, and thyroid function tests.
Anti-anxiety Medications Answer: Depress CNS activity to alleviate anxiety.
Common Anti-anxiety Medications Answer: Includes Xanax, Valium, and Ativan.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Answer: Psychotherapy focusing on changing negative
thoughts.
Systematic Desensitization Answer: Gradual exposure to feared stimuli.
Relaxation Techniques Answer: Methods to reduce anxiety and stress.
Biofeedback Answer: Mind-body technique to control physical stress responses.
SSRIs Answer: Antidepressants treating anxiety and depression.
Social Anxiety Disorder Answer: Fear of humiliation in social situations.
Specific Phobias Answer: Fear related to specific situations or entities.
Nursing Interventions for Anxiety Answer: Supportive care and therapeutic communication.
Chronic Anxiety Symptoms Answer: Restlessness, fatigue, and sleep difficulties.
Alternative Interventions Answer: Includes aromatherapy and hypnotherapy.
Graduated Exposure Therapy Answer: Incremental exposure to reduce fear response.
Common Phobias Answer: Includes fear of snakes, spiders, and heights.
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TREATMENTS | FROM QUESTION TO PERFECTION|
STUDY WITH CONFIDENCE!
Course Code:
Course Title:
Programme:
Academic Year: 2026/2027.
Duration: 2 Hours.
Total Marks: 100.
Candidate Instructions:
1) Write your Registration Number on every answer booklet used.
2) Answer ALL questions in Section A and ANY TWO (2) questions in Section B.
3) Read each question carefully before answering.
4) Begin each question on a new page.
5) The marks for each question are indicated in brackets.
6) This paper consists of several printed pages, including this page.
7) Ensure your copy is complete before the examination begins.
8) Unauthorized materials and communication with other candidates are not permitted.
Turn Over.
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, Anxiety Disorders Answer: Uncomfortable feelings of dread from stress.
Physical Symptoms of Anxiety Answer: Includes muscle aches, palpitations, and nausea.
Behavioral Symptoms of Anxiety Answer: Tremors, restlessness, and difficulty concentrating.
Treatment Modalities for Anxiety Answer: Includes medications, psychotherapy, and relaxation
techniques.
Somatic Symptoms Disorder Answer: Physical symptoms without a medical explanation.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Answer: Anxiety following traumatic events.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Answer: Excessive worry lasting six months or more.
Panic Disorder Answer: Recurrent panic attacks with extreme fear.
Agoraphobia Answer: Fear of open or crowded spaces.
Phobias Answer: Irrational fears of specific objects or situations.
Freud's Psychoanalytic Theory Answer: Anxiety arises from id and superego conflict.
Amygdala's Role Answer: Processes fear and anxiety memories.
Diagnostic Tests for Anxiety Answer: Includes EKG, CBC, and thyroid function tests.
Anti-anxiety Medications Answer: Depress CNS activity to alleviate anxiety.
Common Anti-anxiety Medications Answer: Includes Xanax, Valium, and Ativan.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Answer: Psychotherapy focusing on changing negative
thoughts.
Systematic Desensitization Answer: Gradual exposure to feared stimuli.
Relaxation Techniques Answer: Methods to reduce anxiety and stress.
Biofeedback Answer: Mind-body technique to control physical stress responses.
SSRIs Answer: Antidepressants treating anxiety and depression.
Social Anxiety Disorder Answer: Fear of humiliation in social situations.
Specific Phobias Answer: Fear related to specific situations or entities.
Nursing Interventions for Anxiety Answer: Supportive care and therapeutic communication.
Chronic Anxiety Symptoms Answer: Restlessness, fatigue, and sleep difficulties.
Alternative Interventions Answer: Includes aromatherapy and hypnotherapy.
Graduated Exposure Therapy Answer: Incremental exposure to reduce fear response.
Common Phobias Answer: Includes fear of snakes, spiders, and heights.
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