Exam 2 (Chapters 29, 38-40, 42, 43, 45, 46, 49, 50, 55, & 57) Flashcards
What is the primary mission of the Department of Defense (DoD)?
A. Maintain public health
B. Deter war and protect U.S. security
C. Conduct scientific research
D. Enforce domestic laws
B
Why do military personnel often face separation from family members?
A. Family vacations
B. Training and preparation for war
C. Administrative duties
D. Personal preferences
B
What factors contribute to mental health problems in the military lifestyle?
A. Academic challenges
B. Relationship conflict, parenting difficulties, work stress
C. Financial success
D. Lack of physical exercise
B
Which of the following is NOT a factor associated with a higher risk of mental health stressors?
A. Younger age
B. Deployment to a combat zone
C. Extensive military training
D. Reservist and National Guard membership
C
What is the focus of this chapter regarding mental health problems?
A. Physical health
B. Psychological well-being
C. Social interactions
D. Cognitive abilities
B
What are commonly reported mental health problems mentioned in the chapter?
A. Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
B. PTSD, MDD, and GAD
C. Anxiety and stress
D. Insomnia and sleep disorders
B
Why are severe psychiatric problems less common among military personnel?
A. Strict military diet
B. Regular mental health check-ups
C. Screenings completed before entering military service
D. Limited exposure to combat zones
C
According to chapter 38, what might deployment to a combat zone add to the stress of service members?
A. Decreased workload
B. Increased financial benefits
C. Additional stressors
D. Improved mental health
C
What is the reported rate of predeployment PTSD in the sample of post-9/11 service members mentioned in chapter 38?
A. 5.7%
B. 9.4%
C. 15.5%
D. 16.6%
B
Why might there be underreporting of mental health problems in the predeployment phase?
A. Fear of deployment
B. Fear of job loss
C. Lack of awareness
D. Lack of mental health services
B
How does the chapter describe the mental health status of military personnel immediately post-deployment?
A. Improved compared to predeployment
B. Similar to the general population
C. More likely to report mental health problems
D. Stable with no changes
C
What do the rates of mental health problems highlight about reserve component members?
A. Lower rates compared to active duty
B. Higher rates of seeking treatment
C. Challenges in accessing mental health services
D. Similar rates to the general population
C
What is a concern related to untreated mental health problems among military personnel?
A. Increased job performance
B. Substance abuse and homelessness
C. Improved relationships with family
D. Decreased likelihood of unethical behavior
B
What is mentioned as a potential impact of untreated PTSD on military personnel?
A. Increased likelihood of homelessness
B. Improved social relationships
C. Higher job satisfaction
D. Decreased risk of suicide
A
According to the chapter, what percentage of service members made a medical visit within 6 months after a mental health referral in the reserve component?
A. 17.8%
B. 43.8%
C. 96%
D. 1.1%
B
Why might service members avoid reporting mental health symptoms, according to the chapter?
A. Fear of job loss
B. Lack of mental health awareness
C. Financial compensation
D. Inability to access mental health services
A
What does chapter 38 say about the rates of mental health problems in military families compared to the general population?
A. Lower rates
B. Similar rates
C. Higher rates
D. No information provided
C
Why is divorce considered a concern among military families?
A. Positive impact on mental health
B. Strongly related to improved family functioning
C. Can negatively influence service member readiness and mission accomplishment
D. Linked to increased job satisfaction
C
According to chapter 38, what is a potential impact of distress and conflict among military parents on military children?
A. Improved academic engagement
B. Decreased behavioral problems
C. Lower rates of mental health problems
D. Predictive of child depression and externalizing symptoms
D
What is the significance of undiagnosed and untreated mental health problems among military personnel?
A. Improved family relationships
B. Increased job satisfaction
C. Impact on both service members and their families
D. Reduced need for mental health services
C
What do military personnel require to access time away from work for mental health appointments?
A. Financial compensation
B. Personal preference
C. Approval from commanding officer
D. Completion of additional training
C
What is the role of a commander in ordering a mental health evaluation for a service member?
A. Protect the privacy of service members
B. Provide financial compensation
C. Articulate reasons for the evaluation
D. Encourage service members to avoid treatment
C
Why might service members avoid seeking treatment for mental health problems, according to the chapter?
A. Fear of job loss and negative job impact
B. Lack of mental health services
C. Inability to make medical visits
D. Lack of mental health awareness
A
What is malingering in the context of mental health problems among military personnel?
A. Underreporting symptoms for personal gain
B. Exaggerating symptoms for secondary motives
C. Reporting symptoms honestly
D. Seeking treatment for financial compensation
B