Module 12 Psychopathy Flashcards
A diathesis should always be assumed as a biological or psychological vulnerability to an illness.
false
Drug use is highly comorbid with other mental illnesses.
true
A doctor believes one of the main causes of his patient’s major depressive disorder is an over-secretion of cortisol by neurotransmitters in the brain. The doctor’s view comes from a __________ perspective.
biological
Sweating, feeling lightheaded, hot flashes, and fear of dying are all symptoms of…
a panic attack
Individuals with social anxiety disorder will attempt to feel better in social situations by engaging in safety behaviors.
true
Since anxiety is related to fear, anxiety will always have a negative disruptive influence on one’s life.
false
Which of the following has the highest risk of developing schizophrenia if a relative already has schizophrenia?
identical twins
Antipsychotic medications work well for some but not all symptoms of schizophrenia.
true
Movies and television have created a stigma that people with schizophrenia are dangerous and to be feared.
true
Cluster A consists of the following personality disorders: antisocial personality disorder, histrionic personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, and borderline personality disorder.
false
Slightly more than 20% of the U.S. population suffers from a personality disorder, with avoidant and schizoid personality disorders being the most frequent.
false
The DSM-5 recognizes ten different personality disorders.
true
Dorothea Dix was a woman who, after visiting insane asylums and observing the horrible treatment of patients, advocated for mental illness treatment reform.
true
Mental health treatment should only take place in a hospital.
false
Trephining is a commonly used treatment for mental health that is still considered effective and humane today.
false
In what situation would patterns of inner experience and behavior reflect the presence of a psychological disorder?
when patterns of inner experience and behavior lead to significant distress and impairment in one’s life
In order for someone to be diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, how long must symptoms occur?
most days for at least six months
Keith believes the FBI has planted secret cameras in his apartment to watch his every action. What is Keith’s false belief an example of?
a delusion
Antisocial personality disorder is often associated with…
emotional deficits
In the 19th century, the mentally ill were often forced to live in __________, where they would receive poor treatment for the rest of their lives.
asylums
What are the two most well-known classification systems used to organize psychological disorders?
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; International Classification of Diseases
Which of the following symptoms of psychotic disorders does a complete lack of movement and verbal behavior fall under?
abnormal motor behavior
A man who lives in a high poverty city begins to develop a psychological disorder. From the diathesis-stress model, his development of a psychological disorder comes from a __________ perspective.
social
An individual’s tendency to become addicted to a drug depends on why they use the drug but also on the drug’s properties. What does this suggest?
Both psychological and biological factors influence drug addiction.
Which anxiety disorder describes a person in a relatively continuous state of excessive worry and apprehension over everyday things, such as finances and the safety of loved ones?
generalized anxiety disorder
Asking questions to redirect a person’s focus away from oneself, sitting in the back of the room, and taking on roles that do not rely on socializing are which type of behaviors?
safety behaviors
What are the three major learning pathways through which phobias are developed?
classical conditioning, vicarious learning, verbal transmission
Restlessness, difficulty concentrating, irritability, and sleep issues are all symptoms of…
generalized anxiety disorder
Which does not have any influence on the development of schizophrenia?
schizophrenia gene
There are two primary types of antipsychotic medications: typical and atypical. What happens when an individual with schizophrenia takes typical antipsychotics?
it blocks D2 dopamine receptors
People with borderline personality disorder often…
are impulsive and unpredictable
If a person avoids occupations that involve interpersonal contact because of fear of criticism or rejection, these could be signs of which type of personality disorder?
avoidant
If a person shows suspiciousness or paranoia, these are possible signs of which personality disorder?
schizotypal
If a person cannot make decisions without advice and reassurance from others, these may be possible signs of which personality disorder?
dependent
Joey was convicted of domestic violence. As part of his sentence, the judge ordered that he attend therapy for anger management. This is considered __________ treatment.
involuntary
Today, most people with psychological problems are not hospitalized. Typically, they are only hospitalized if they…
are an imminent treat to themselves or others
Which of these mental illness treatments being used today is seen as ethical and effective by medical professionals?
therapy
What is the main difference between hallucinations and delusions?
Hallucinations are perceptual experiences that occur in the absence of external stimulation. Delusions are beliefs that cannot be changed even with hard evidence proving the beliefs to be false.
According to the APA, which of the following is considered part of the criteria that constitutes a psychological disorder?
significant disturbances in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
disturbances causing significant distress and impairment in one’s life
disturbances reflecting biological, psychological, or developmental dysfunction
If Jenny visits her doctor because she is feeling depressed and would like to seek treatment for her depression, this is __________ treatment.
voluntary
