Abnormal Psychology Quiz Flashcards
There is evidence that the risk if schizophrenia is increased by______.
exposure to viral illness during the second trimester of pregnancy
Which of the following experience is an example of a delusion?
Believing that the CIA is tapping your phone
A typical pattern of behavior associated with a manic episode might include _____.
spending money lavishly and engaging in high-risk behaviors
According to the American Psychiatric Association, a person who is experiencing significant personal distress and impaired daily functioning would be considered to be ______.
experiencing a psychological disorder
Which of the following symptoms is a typical negative symptom of schizophrenia?
lack of affect
Which of the following people is a greatest risk of making a successful suicide attempt?
An elderly, recently widowed man
A clinician who believes that the symptoms of a psychological disorder are primarily learned would most likely be a
behaviorist
A person who worries a lot, avoid social situations, and has difficulty sleeping and concentrating might be diagnosed with ______.
an anxiety disorder
The terms borderline and dependent refer to which group of psychological disorders?
personality disorders
Woman are more frequently diagnosed with ______ than men are.
major depressive disorder
