PSYC 102 Test 4 Questions with Answers
Which of the following is an example of a diathesis-stress model?
Ozzie has a genetic predisposition towards depression, but he did not experience
depression until his mother and father died.
Ozzie's doctor does not believe that mental illness has a biological basis.
Ozzie treats his manic episodes by using medication to induce depression.
Ozzie treats his depression by exposing himself to a series of stressors so he can learn
coping skills. - ANS -Ozzie has a genetic predisposition towards depression, but he
did not experience depression until his mother and father died.
Miguel worries excessively about things beyond his control, and his worries often interfere
with his life. He avoids driving because he worries about car accidents. He calls his parents
twice a day because he worries they are dead. He checks his credit card statement three
times a day because he worries about identity theft. Miguel probably suffers from ________.
- ANS -generalized anxiety disorder
Piper is diagnosed with agoraphobia because she experiences intense fear and anxiety of
________. - ANS -being outside the home alone
Which of the following is a common characteristic of all anxiety disorders?
Sporadic, intense panic attacks
Excessive, persistent fear and anxiety
Inability to control the body's reaction to fear
Above average number of phobias - ANS -excessive, persistent fear and anxiety
A psychological disorder is a ________. - ANS -condition characterized by abnormal
thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
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, Veena's thoughts, perceptions, and behaviors are impaired to the point where she is
unable to function normally in life. She experiences significant difficulties in many day-to-
day activities, such as holding a job, paying bills, grooming, maintaining personal hygiene,
and sustaining relationships. Which of the following disorders is Veena living with? -
ANS -major depressive disorder
People with ______ disorders experience thoughts and urges that are intrusive and
unwanted and/or the need to engage in repetitive behaviors or mental acts. - ANS -
obsessive-compulsive
From an early age, Kwaku got into trouble constantly. He continually violates the rights of
others and he often lies, fights, and has problems with the law. Generally, he is impulsive
and fails to think ahead. He is frequently deceitful and manipulative in order to get the
things he wants, and he never regrets his misdeeds or considers the feelings of those he
has harmed. Which of the following diagnoses accounts for Kwaku's personality?
Antisocial personality disorder
Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
Dependent personality disorder
Paranoid personality disorder - ANS -antisocial personality disorder
Exhibiting a personality that ________ is a common characteristic of all personality
disorders. - ANS -differs markedly from the expectations of one's culture
Identify the obsession in the following sentence. "Keisha is overly concerned about germs,
so she spends hours wiping the surfaces of her home and washing her hands." -
ANS -concern over germs
Egon can't pay attention in class. He is easily distracted, won't sit still, and displays poor
impulse control. The school counselor suggested that his parents take him to a doctor to
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have him assessed for ________. - ANS -attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
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Which of the following is an example of a diathesis-stress model?
Ozzie has a genetic predisposition towards depression, but he did not experience
depression until his mother and father died.
Ozzie's doctor does not believe that mental illness has a biological basis.
Ozzie treats his manic episodes by using medication to induce depression.
Ozzie treats his depression by exposing himself to a series of stressors so he can learn
coping skills. - ANS -Ozzie has a genetic predisposition towards depression, but he
did not experience depression until his mother and father died.
Miguel worries excessively about things beyond his control, and his worries often interfere
with his life. He avoids driving because he worries about car accidents. He calls his parents
twice a day because he worries they are dead. He checks his credit card statement three
times a day because he worries about identity theft. Miguel probably suffers from ________.
- ANS -generalized anxiety disorder
Piper is diagnosed with agoraphobia because she experiences intense fear and anxiety of
________. - ANS -being outside the home alone
Which of the following is a common characteristic of all anxiety disorders?
Sporadic, intense panic attacks
Excessive, persistent fear and anxiety
Inability to control the body's reaction to fear
Above average number of phobias - ANS -excessive, persistent fear and anxiety
A psychological disorder is a ________. - ANS -condition characterized by abnormal
thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
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, Veena's thoughts, perceptions, and behaviors are impaired to the point where she is
unable to function normally in life. She experiences significant difficulties in many day-to-
day activities, such as holding a job, paying bills, grooming, maintaining personal hygiene,
and sustaining relationships. Which of the following disorders is Veena living with? -
ANS -major depressive disorder
People with ______ disorders experience thoughts and urges that are intrusive and
unwanted and/or the need to engage in repetitive behaviors or mental acts. - ANS -
obsessive-compulsive
From an early age, Kwaku got into trouble constantly. He continually violates the rights of
others and he often lies, fights, and has problems with the law. Generally, he is impulsive
and fails to think ahead. He is frequently deceitful and manipulative in order to get the
things he wants, and he never regrets his misdeeds or considers the feelings of those he
has harmed. Which of the following diagnoses accounts for Kwaku's personality?
Antisocial personality disorder
Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
Dependent personality disorder
Paranoid personality disorder - ANS -antisocial personality disorder
Exhibiting a personality that ________ is a common characteristic of all personality
disorders. - ANS -differs markedly from the expectations of one's culture
Identify the obsession in the following sentence. "Keisha is overly concerned about germs,
so she spends hours wiping the surfaces of her home and washing her hands." -
ANS -concern over germs
Egon can't pay attention in class. He is easily distracted, won't sit still, and displays poor
impulse control. The school counselor suggested that his parents take him to a doctor to
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have him assessed for ________. - ANS -attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
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