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CMN 552 Exam 2 Questions & Answers,
Updated 2026/2027 Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • In-Depth Rationales • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS RATIONALES
313 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 313 verified questions with correct answers related to anxiety disorders, including
their classifications, prevalence, and treatment options. It provides a comprehensive overview of the
psychological principles and research findings, making it suitable for study, review, and certification
preparation in the field of psychology.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus
Explores various types of anxiety disorders, their symptoms, and classifications according to
Anxiety Disorders Overview the DSM-5.
Examines the prevalence rates of anxiety disorders and relevant epidemiological studies,
Prevalence and Epidemiology including national surveys.
Focuses on the neurobiological underpinnings of anxiety, including brain structures and
Neurobiological Factors neurotransmitter systems.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Covers the principles and techniques of CBT as a treatment for anxiety disorders.
Discusses various medications used to treat anxiety disorders, including SSRIs and their side
Pharmacological Treatments effects.
Analyzes how anxiety disorders manifest across different developmental stages, particularly
Developmental Aspects of Anxiety in children and adolescents.
Emotional Processing Theory Explores theories related to emotional processing and their relevance to anxiety disorders.
Comorbidity of Anxiety Disorders Investigates the relationship between anxiety disorders and other mental health conditions.
Behavioral Assessment Techniques Describes assessment methods used to evaluate anxiety and related behaviors.
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Examines how different parenting styles influence the development and maintenance of
Impact of Parenting on Anxiety anxiety disorders in children.
Research Methodologies in Anxiety
Studies Details various research designs and methodologies used to study anxiety disorders.
Longitudinal Studies in Anxiety Covers significant longitudinal studies that have contributed to the understanding of anxiety
Research disorders over time.
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules • 313 Examination Questions
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QUESTION 1
What are the major subtypes of anxiety disorders in the DSM-5?
Correct Answer: Panic disorder, agoraphobia, specific phobia, social anxiety disorder, and generalized
anxiety disorder (GAD).
QUESTION 2
Which disorders were removed from the anxiety disorders category in DSM-5?
Correct Answer: Obsessive-compulsive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder.
QUESTION 3
What is the new term for 'social phobia' in DSM-5?
Correct Answer: Social anxiety disorder (SAD).
QUESTION 4
What is the prevalence of agoraphobia without panic disorder compared to with panic
disorder?
Correct Answer: Agoraphobia without panic disorder is considered rarer than with comorbid panic disorder.
QUESTION 5
What is the typical age of onset for agoraphobia?
Correct Answer: Late teens to early twenties.
QUESTION 6
What is the relapse rate for panic disorder after discontinuing effective antidepressant
treatment?
Correct Answer: Greater than 50 percent within 12 months.
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QUESTION 7
What is a common comorbidity with social anxiety disorder?
Correct Answer: Other anxiety disorders and affective disorders.
QUESTION 8
What screening tool is appropriate for adults with social anxiety disorder?
Correct Answer: The Mini-Social Phobia Inventory (Mini-SPIN).
QUESTION 9
What are some risk factors for social anxiety disorder?
Correct Answer: Female gender, family history, and childhood signs of behavioral inhibition.
QUESTION 10
What is the cross-national prevalence rate of social anxiety disorder?
Correct Answer: 2 To 3 percent.
QUESTION 11
What distinguishes specific phobias from normal fears?
Correct Answer: Specific phobias cause avoidance and functional impairment and last longer than 6 months.
QUESTION 12
What is an example of a specific phobia?
Correct Answer: Fear of spiders or blood.
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CMN 552 Exam 2 Questions & Answers,
Updated 2026/2027 Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • In-Depth Rationales • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS RATIONALES
313 Questions 12 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 313 verified questions with correct answers related to anxiety disorders, including
their classifications, prevalence, and treatment options. It provides a comprehensive overview of the
psychological principles and research findings, making it suitable for study, review, and certification
preparation in the field of psychology.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus
Explores various types of anxiety disorders, their symptoms, and classifications according to
Anxiety Disorders Overview the DSM-5.
Examines the prevalence rates of anxiety disorders and relevant epidemiological studies,
Prevalence and Epidemiology including national surveys.
Focuses on the neurobiological underpinnings of anxiety, including brain structures and
Neurobiological Factors neurotransmitter systems.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Covers the principles and techniques of CBT as a treatment for anxiety disorders.
Discusses various medications used to treat anxiety disorders, including SSRIs and their side
Pharmacological Treatments effects.
Analyzes how anxiety disorders manifest across different developmental stages, particularly
Developmental Aspects of Anxiety in children and adolescents.
Emotional Processing Theory Explores theories related to emotional processing and their relevance to anxiety disorders.
Comorbidity of Anxiety Disorders Investigates the relationship between anxiety disorders and other mental health conditions.
Behavioral Assessment Techniques Describes assessment methods used to evaluate anxiety and related behaviors.
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Examines how different parenting styles influence the development and maintenance of
Impact of Parenting on Anxiety anxiety disorders in children.
Research Methodologies in Anxiety
Studies Details various research designs and methodologies used to study anxiety disorders.
Longitudinal Studies in Anxiety Covers significant longitudinal studies that have contributed to the understanding of anxiety
Research disorders over time.
Total Exam Coverage 12 Integrated Topic Modules • 313 Examination Questions
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QUESTION 1
What are the major subtypes of anxiety disorders in the DSM-5?
Correct Answer: Panic disorder, agoraphobia, specific phobia, social anxiety disorder, and generalized
anxiety disorder (GAD).
QUESTION 2
Which disorders were removed from the anxiety disorders category in DSM-5?
Correct Answer: Obsessive-compulsive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder.
QUESTION 3
What is the new term for 'social phobia' in DSM-5?
Correct Answer: Social anxiety disorder (SAD).
QUESTION 4
What is the prevalence of agoraphobia without panic disorder compared to with panic
disorder?
Correct Answer: Agoraphobia without panic disorder is considered rarer than with comorbid panic disorder.
QUESTION 5
What is the typical age of onset for agoraphobia?
Correct Answer: Late teens to early twenties.
QUESTION 6
What is the relapse rate for panic disorder after discontinuing effective antidepressant
treatment?
Correct Answer: Greater than 50 percent within 12 months.
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QUESTION 7
What is a common comorbidity with social anxiety disorder?
Correct Answer: Other anxiety disorders and affective disorders.
QUESTION 8
What screening tool is appropriate for adults with social anxiety disorder?
Correct Answer: The Mini-Social Phobia Inventory (Mini-SPIN).
QUESTION 9
What are some risk factors for social anxiety disorder?
Correct Answer: Female gender, family history, and childhood signs of behavioral inhibition.
QUESTION 10
What is the cross-national prevalence rate of social anxiety disorder?
Correct Answer: 2 To 3 percent.
QUESTION 11
What distinguishes specific phobias from normal fears?
Correct Answer: Specific phobias cause avoidance and functional impairment and last longer than 6 months.
QUESTION 12
What is an example of a specific phobia?
Correct Answer: Fear of spiders or blood.
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