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  1. Hyejin was watching a documentary on some of the horrors of the Vietnam War. Even when she saw the soldiers being blown up after stepping on land mines, she showed no emotional reaction or response. In this case, Hyejin is displaying symptoms of:
    a. blunted or flat affect
    b. dissociative disorder
    c. conversion disorder
    d. catatonic stupor
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A

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  1. Several weeks after getting fired from a job he had held for almost 20 years, Junsu woke up one morning in a state of bewildered confusion. He had little sense of who he was and even failed to recognize his own wife. Junsu’s experience is most likely indicative of:
    a. dissociative disorder
    b. global amnesia
    c. delusional disorder
    d. generalized anxiety disorder
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B

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  1. Which disorder is not part of the Somatic Symptom Disorder spectrum?
    a. illness anxiety disorder
    b. body dysmorphic disorder
    c. malingering
    d. conversion disorder
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B

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  1. Marked and disproportionate fear consistently triggered by certain objects or situations.
    a. social phobia
    b. generalized anxiety disorder
    c. agoraphobia
    d. specific phobia
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D

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  1. According to the diathesis-stress model, psychopathology is the result of the:
    a. Interaction between normal and defective or damaged genes
    b. Stress level of an individual and how stress is managed in a person’s life
    c. Family history of an individual
    d. Interaction of an inherited tendency and events in the person’s life
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D

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  1. The criterion that a particular behavior be atypical or not culturally expected is insufficient to define abnormality because:
    a. behaviors vary very little from culture to another
    b. society is less willing to tolerate eccentricity in people who are productive
    c. many people behave in ways that deviate from the average but this doesn’t mean that they have a disorder
    d. behavior that occurs infrequently is considered abnormal in every culture
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C

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  1. Which among the statements is false about Anorexia nervosa?
    a. people diagnosed with anorexia nervosa have an intense fear of gaining weight and being fat
    b. bodily changes that occur after severe weight loss can be serious and life threatening
    c. a person’s weight should at least be 30% below normal to be diagnosed with anorexia nervosa
    d. people with anorexia restricts their calorie intake severely accompanied by excessive exercise and sometimes purging
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C

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  1. A synthetic addictive heroin substitute for treating those addicted to heroin that eliminates its effects and the cravings.
    a. antabuse
    b. methadone
    c. codaine
    d. cannabis
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B

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  1. Impulsive suicidal behavior is often a symptom of:
    a. borderline personality disorder
    b. obsessive-compulsive personality disorder
    c. paranoid personality disorder
    d. schizoid personality disorder
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A

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  1. Hyorin and Taeyang have been having some sexual difficulties lately. Both have experienced some symptoms of sexual arousal disorders. They decide to have a few glasses of wine before engaging in sex. Is this a good or bad idea?
    a. It’s a good idea since wine could increase desire
    b. It’s a good idea since wine could help performance
    c. It’s a bad idea since wine could further impair arousal
    d. It’s a bad idea since wine tends to decrease desire
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C

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  1. Which drug would you most likely prescribe to a person who is experiencing a major headache?
    a. LSD
    b. Nicotine
    c. Morphine
    d. Alcohol
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C

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  1. When was the first edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-I) published?
    a. 1968
    b. 1952
    c. 1943
    d. 1980
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B

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  1. The most common type of hallucination is associated with hyperactivity of which part of the brain?
    a. Frontal lobe
    b. Occipital lobe
    c. Wernicke’s area
    d. Broca’s area
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D

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  1. Which among the disorder below are more likely to develop if he has a relative with schizophrenia?
    a. major depressive disorder
    b. bipolar disorder
    c. schizoid personality disorder
    d. schizotypal personality disorder
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D

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  1. Sensory events that aren’t based on any external event.
    a. Hallucination
    b. Delusion
    c. Illusion
    d. Disorientation
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A

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  1. Which is false about suicide?
    a. Most people who attempt suicide may feel hopeless, but they are not insane
    b. Most people who commit suicide have made previous unsuccessful attempts
    c. People who threaten suicide are only seeking attention
    d. It is prudent to treat every suicide threat as genuine
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C

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  1. Dopamine in ____ levels can cause Schizophrenia; while in ____ levels, it can cause Parkinson’s disease.
    a. Low; high
    b. High; low
    c. Low; low
    d. High; high
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B

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  1. If Yuha has Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Roa has Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder, which of the following behavior distinguishes one’s disorder from another?
    a. Yuha is depressed
    b. Roa experiences symptoms of anxiety
    c. Roa has repetitive actions
    d. Yuha finds her behavior disturbing so she wants to stop it
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D

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  1. An essential feature of psychosis is:
    a. Inability to distinguish reality from fantasy
    b. Inability to perform social functions
    c. Inability to manage emotions
    d. Inability to recognize sensory inputs
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A

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  1. If a court orders a psychological assessment, the results of the evaluation may be released to the court.
    a. True
    b. False
    c. In some cases
    d. If agreed by the patient
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A

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  1. Which of the following is formerly a diagnostic criterion and now is just a specifier?
    a. Amnesia
    b. Fugue
    c. Dissociation
    d. Hoarding
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B

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  1. Which among the mood disorders require a major depressive episode and at least one episode of hypomania?
    a. Bipolar I
    b. Bipolar II
    c. Cyclothymia
    d. Dysthymia
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B

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  1. The most common psychotic disorder.
    a. Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders
    b. Anxiety Disorders
    c. Depressive Disorders
    d. Sexual Disorders
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B

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  1. What is true about auditory hallucinations?
    a. It is the rarest form of hallucination
    b. Substance intoxicated people mostly experiences this kind of hallucination
    c. The voices comes from people we consider our enemies
    d. The voices are our own
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D

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  1. The most common form of hallucination that withdrawal patients experience.
    a. Auditory
    b. Visual
    c. Tactile
    d. Gustatory
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C

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  1. Which part of the brain is mostly affected in patients with Dementia?
    a. Hippocampus
    b. Broca’s area
    c. Amygdala
    d. Wernicke’s area
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A

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  1. Compulsive behaviors are reinforced by:
    a. External rewards for performing behaviors that are positively valued in the society
    b. The reduction of anxiety following performance of the compulsive act
    c. The covert obsessions that follow these compulsive acts
    d. Increase in anxiety
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B

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  1. Which of the following best characterize a person experiencing obsessive-compulsive disorder?
    a. Kevin, who keeps remembering the plane crash that killed the other members of his family
    b. Sohee, who hyperventilates whenever she is trapped in an elevator
    c. Eli, who returns home seven times to see if he has turned off the stove
    d. Kahi, who constantly complains about feeling sick and goes to many different doctors
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C

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  1. A delusion is a:
    a. Phobia of being in social situations
    b. Misinterpretation of auditory and visual stimuli
    c. Characteristic of people suffering from dependent personality disorder
    d. Faulty and disoriented though pattern
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D

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  1. Dissociative identity disorder is most commonly found in:
    a. Females in general
    b. Female westerners
    c. Children
    d. Elderly people
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B

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  1. It is a disorder found in a specific culture characterized by aggression, sudden wildness and homicidal aggression.
    a. Hara Kiri
    b. Taijin Kyofusho
    c. Amok
    d. Latah
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C

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  1. It was viewed as instigated by Satan, was seen as heresy and a denial of God.
    a. Witchcraft
    b. Lunacy
    c. Mass Hysteria
    d. Melancholia
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A

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  1. In doing a clinical description, Onset means how the disorder of a patient began. If a clinician were to say that the disorder of the patient has an Insidious onset, it means that:
    a. The disorder appeared spontaneously
    b. The disorder suddenly stopped
    c. The disorder developed gradually
    d. The disorder was faked by the patient
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C

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  1. Psychopathological feelings of sadness.
    a. Anhedonia
    b. Euthymic mood
    c. Mood swings
    d. Depression
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D

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  1. Wendy has been feeling depressed for the past 6 months because of the sudden death of her mother. She eats very little and doesn’t go out of her room for most of the day and doesn’t want to talk to anyone. What would be your diagnosis for Wendy based on these facts?
    a. She is suffering from Major Depressive Disorder because she has already been depressed for 6 months which isn’t normal
    b. She is suffering from Schizoid Personality disorder because of her lack of social interactions with people around her
    c. She is experiencing the normal grieving process. There is nothing wrong with her.
    d. She is suffering from Anorexia Nervosa because she eats too little for the past 6 months.
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C

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  1. Which among the following people will most likely suffer from Major Depressive Disorder?
    a. Joy – female, 25 years old
    b. Henry – male, 25 years old
    c. Sunny – female, 8 years old
    d. Johnny – male, 8 years old
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A

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  1. In diagnosing a hypomanic episode, the most important criteria is:
    a. The symptoms should have been present for at least 4 days
    b. The symptoms should be present for 4 consecutive days
    c. The symptoms should be present for 4 days in 1 week
    d. The symptoms should be present for 4 days in 1 month
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B

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  1. Bobby is currently completing a chemical formula that he knows will cure cancer. Shortly before, he had submitted a book to a publisher and was sure that it would become a bestseller. For several weeks prior to this, he was bedridden, morose, had no energy and lacked spontaneity. He never left his bed and had to be cared for by his family. Bobby’s diagnosis is ________.
    a. Bipolar I
    b. Cyclothymia
    c. Paranoid Personality Disorder
    d. Borderline Personality Disorder
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A

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  1. The symptoms that reappear after the active phase of schizophrenia are called:
    a. Positive symptoms
    b. Negative symptoms
    c. Neutral symptoms
    d. Residual symptoms
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D

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  1. Abnormality was previously considered a punishment for sins. As such, methods include:
    a. Bloodletting
    b. Exorcism
    c. Trephination
    d. Medication
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B

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  1. Which among the following statements is true about Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder?
    a. Symptoms include severe recurrent temper outbursts and persistent negative mood for at least 1 year
    b. includes at least one episode of mania or mixed episode
    c. symptoms include feelings of irritability and anger, anxiety, tension, greater sensitivity to cues of rejection and negative thoughts about oneself
    d. a milder form of major depressive disorder
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C

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  1. Which among the following statements is true about Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD)?
    a. characterized by fidgeting, squirming, running around when inappropriate and incessant talking
    b. characterized by a pattern of engaging in behavior that violate social norms, the rights of others and are often illegal
    c. characterized by extreme shyness or withdrawal and may exhibit selective mutism in some cases
    d. characterized by difficulty in recognizing rhyme and alliteration, problems naming familiar objects rapidly and deficiency in phonological awareness
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A

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  1. Which among the following is true about Alzheimer’s disease?
    a. symptoms include prominent visual hallucinations, intense dreams involving movement and vocalizing and fluctuating cognitive symptoms
    b. it is caused by meningitis, HIV, head traumas, brain tumors or by nutritional deficits such as vitamin B-complex
    c. it is the result of a cardiovascular attack
    d. it usually begins in difficulty remembering recent events, learning new material and irritability
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D

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  1. Which among the following is not part of the Sexual Response Cycle as introduced by Kaplan?
    a. Desire
    b. Excitement
    c. Euphoria
    d. Orgasm
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C

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  1. Which of the following is false about Dependent Personality Disorder?
    a. it is characterized by aloofness and extreme sensitivity to potential rejection
    b. it is characterized by being overly concerned about maintaining relationships
    c. people with this disorder allow others to make decisions for them
    d. people with this disorder are reticent to make demands that could challenge relationships
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A

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  1. People who take drugs experience pleasure during intoxication, and they will continue to take drugs in order to keep feeling the pleasure. The pleasure, according to Skinner’s Operant Conditioning is called:
    a. Positive reinforcement
    b. Negative reinforcement
    c. Positive punishment
    d. Negative punishment
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A

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  1. The humoral theory of abnormality is a legacy of whom?
    a. Pasteur and Kraepelin
    b. Freud and Jung
    c. Hippocrates and Galen
    d. Socrates and Plato
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C

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  1. Which of the following became a result of the work of Dorothea Dix?
    a. It was proven that mental illnesses had environmental causes and are therefore curable
    b. Governments were compelled to allocate more funds to mental health care
    c. Increased numbers of mentally ill patients and understaffed asylums
    d. The moral therapy movement displaced psychoanalysis as first aid for the mentally ill
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C

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  1. Elkie enjoys being in conversations with other people, and a lot of people adore her. What can be said about her behavior?
    a. She has a characteristic of Narcissistic PD
    b. She has a characteristic of Histrionic PD
    c. It is abnormal but need more details to make a diagnosis
    d. Elkie is an extravert
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D

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  1. This is a type of formalized suicide in which an individual who brought dishonor to himself or his family was expected to impale himself on the sword.
    a. Koro
    b. Amok
    c. Hara-kiri
    d. Latah
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C

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  1. Solji is a college sophomore who has very few friends and doesn’t seem to be interested in socializing with other people. She is indifferent about other people’s feelings and she is emotionally aloof. What can be said about Solji?
    a. Solji has Antisocial PD
    b. Solji has Avoidant PD
    c. Solji has Schizoid PD
    d. Solji has Schizotypal PD
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C

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  1. Tiffany has an intense desire for affection however she is totally aloof and extremely sensitive to potential rejection. What can be said about Tiffany?
    a. Tiffany has Antisocial PD
    b. Tiffany has Avoidant PD
    c. Tiffany has Schizoid PD
    d. Tiffany has Schizotypal PD
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B

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  1. A 17-year old female is referred to her dentist for a severe case of teeth erosion. She is 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 116 pounds. She is a talented gymnast and a straight A student. Interviews with co-members of her gymnastics team reveal that eating disorders are common in their circle and the patient is one of the more unfortunate cases. What is the most likely diagnosis?
    a. Pica
    b. Anorexia Nervosa
    c. Bulimia Nervosa
    d. Binge-eating Disorder
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C

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  1. It is a negative symptom of Schizophrenia defined as a severe impairment in social relationships.
    a. avolition
    b. asociality
    c. anhedonia
    d. alogia
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B

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  1. It is a negative symptom of Schizophrenia defined as a significant reduction in the amount of speech.
    a. avolition
    b. asociality
    c. anhedonia
    d. alogia
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D

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  1. It is a positive symptom of Schizophrenia defined as beliefs contrary to reality and is firmly held by the person despite disconfirming evidence.
    a. Delusion
    b. Hallucination
    c. Ambivalence
    d. Bizarre behavior
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A

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  1. It is a disorder with almost the same symptoms as Schizophrenia but only lasts from 1 day to 1 month and is often brought on by extreme stress.
    a. Schizophreniform
    b. Brief Psychotic Disorder
    c. Schizoaffective Disorder
    d. Attenuated Psychosis Syndrome
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B

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  1. It is the second phase of the sexual response cycle, characterized by pleasure associated with increased blood flow to the genitalia.
    a. orgasm
    b. desire
    c. resolution
    d. excitement
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D

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  1. Defined by painful, spasmodic contractions of the outer third of the vagina, making penetration impossible or extremely difficult.
    a. dyspareunia
    b. vaginismus
    c. premature ejaculation
    d. female sexual arousal disorder
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B

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  1. A paraphilic disorder characterized by a marked preference for obtaining sexual gratification by exposing one’s genitals to an unwilling observer.
    a. sexual sadism
    b. voyeurism
    c. exhibitionism
    d. frotteurism
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C

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  1. It is a condition of sharing and understanding the emotions of another person.
    a. empathy
    b. love
    c. adaptation
    d. plasticity
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A

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  1. Bodily fluids that early theorists believed controlled normal and abnormal functioning.
    a. mens rea
    b. humor
    c. fili hircus
    d. tears
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B

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  1. Low levels of this neurotransmitter were found to be associated with aggression, suicide, implusive overeating and excessive sexual behavior.
    a. serotonin
    b. dopamine
    c. GABA
    d. glutamate
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A

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  1. Which of the following would not be considered an example of social phobia?
    a. A male who has difficulty urinating in public restroom when others are present
    b. A person who can only eat comfortably when he is alone
    c. A student who is reluctant to speak up in a classroom due to fear of embarrassing herself
    d. An individual who cannot travel on public transportation without a family member present
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D

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  1. Which of the following is an example of an obsession?
    a. Constantly thinking about cleanliness and contamination
    b. Repeatedly checking the locks on all doors
    c. Spending hours sorting and resorting possessions
    d. Washing hands several times a day
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A

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  1. The practice of drilling circular holes in the skulls of people displaying abnormal behaviors in order to free evil spirits was known as:
    a. Atonement
    b. Bloodletting
    c. Exorcism
    d. Trephination
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D

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  1. Jane is afraid of being in large open spaces. She is especially worried that she will not be able to leave the area if she begins to panic. Jane is most likely experiencing:
    a. Illness anxiety disorder
    b. Claustrophobia
    c. Agoraphobia
    d. Social phobia
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C

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  1. Jessica has been diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. This means that in addition to schizophrenic symptoms, she also has symptoms of:
    a. an anxiety disorder
    b. a mood disorder
    c. a sexual disorder
    d. an obsessive-compulsive disorder
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B

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  1. Kino experienced delusions and hallucinations for 2 weeks, and also had a manic episode following this 2-week period. He continues to experience delusions and hallucinations. Kino will most likely receive a diagnosis of:
    a. shared psychotic disorder
    b. schizophreniform
    c. schizoaffective disorder
    d. brief psychotic disorder
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C

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  1. Jinri was experiencing sleep deprivation and thought that spiders were crawling on her skin. Jinri was most likely experiencing a(n):
    a. auditory hallucination
    b. visual hallucination
    c. olfactory hallucination
    d. tactile hallucination
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D

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  1. A delusion wherein a person believes that the world is non-existent or coming to an end.
    a. Nihilistic delusion
    b. Somatic delusion
    c. Persecutory delusion
    d. Grandiose delusion
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A

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  1. Thoughts or ideas about taking someone’s own life.
    a. Suicide
    b. Suicidal ideation
    c. Non-suicidal self-injury
    d. Homicide
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B

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  1. Which of the following is true about hallucinations and schizophrenia?
    a. Hallucinations are only unique to schizophrenia
    b. Auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia patients may represent a type of inner speech
    c. Hallucinations cannot be due to medical factors
    d. Almost all people with schizophrenia experience command hallucinations
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B

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  1. Which of the following is false about the challenges to the study of psychopathology?
    a. maintaining objectivity
    b. avoiding preconceived notions
    c. reducing stigma
    d. to promote stereotyping
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D

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  1. Characterized by faking a symptom or illness to avoid a responsibility.
    a. Factitious disorder
    b. Malingering
    c. Illness anxiety disorder
    d. Conversion disorder
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B

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  1. Characterized by intentionally producing physical symptoms to assume the role of a patient.
    a. Factitious disorder
    b. Malingering
    c. Illness anxiety disorder
    d. Conversion disorder
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A

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  1. A Major Depressive Disorder specifier that can only be applied if the full criteria for a major depressive episode have been met, whether in the context of a persistent depressive disorder or not.
    a. Catatonic Features Specifier
    b. Atypical Features Specifier
    c. Melancholic Features Specifier
    d. Anxious Distress Specifier
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C

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  1. Characterized by a number of depressive symptoms as well as anxiety, emotional numbness, and denial due to death of a loved one.
    a. Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    b. Grief
    c. Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
    d. Dysthymia
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B

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  1. The recurrent thoughts of suicide among persons with Bipolar disorder usually occurs during:
    a. manic phase
    b. hypomanic phase
    c. depressive episodes
    d. in between episodes
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C

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  1. The postpartum onset specifier is used to define a severe manic or depressive episode with psychotic features that occurs in a woman following:
    a. Childbirth
    b. Menopause
    c. Rape
    d. Marriage
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A

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  1. A normal grieving process typically:
    a. Lasts about 6 weeks
    b. Leads to PTSD
    c. Lasts about a year
    d. Involves intense guilt, withdrawal and depression
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C

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  1. Which of the following does not fall under Mood Disorders?
    a. Cyclothymia
    b. Bipolar Disorder
    c. Panic Disorder
    d. Dysthymia
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C

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  1. An example of compulsion would be:
    a. Worrying about the safety of others
    b. An unacceptable mental image
    c. Repetitive hand-washing
    d. All are examples of compulsion
A

C

84
Q
  1. Which type of compulsion has the lowest prevalence rate?
    a. Symmetry
    b. Cleaning and contamination
    c. Hoarding
    d. Forbidden thoughts or actions
A

C

85
Q
  1. All of the following would be considered substance use except:
    a. Smoking a cigarette
    b. Taking a sleeping pill
    c. Drinking a cup of coffee
    d. Getting drunk
A

D

86
Q
  1. Krystal persistently injects herself with pain killers. This has greatly increased her chance of overdosing and dying. Her behavior harms no one else. According to DSM, is Krystal’s behavior consistent with the definition of a mental disorder?
    a. Yes, because very few people in society engage in this behavior
    b. Yes, because she is persistently acting in a way that harms her
    c. No, because her behavior must also harm others in the community
    d. No, because there is no evidence that her actions are out of control
A

B

87
Q
  1. In a clinical interview, the law regarding “confidentiality” does not apply if the patient:
    a. threatens self-harm or harm to others
    b. relates a history of sexual abuse
    c. has been mentally ill for more than 5 years
    d. is hospitalized in a psychiatric facility
A

A

88
Q
  1. Which of the following is a grandeur type of a psychotic delusion?
    a. a brother of a person is actually a double
    b. people are out to harm you
    c. one is a person with great powers
    d. you feel fat despite being really thin in reality
A

C

89
Q
  1. Which of the following statements is true?
    a. If either a diathesis or a stress is present, a disorder will develop
    b. The smaller the diathesis, the greater the stress needs to be to produce a disorder
    c. If both the diathesis and stress are present, a disorder will develop
    d. The larger the diathesis, the greater the stress needs to be to produce a disorder
A

B

90
Q
  1. Deceitful, irresponsible, aggressive, irritable and lacking remorse are characteristics of:
    a. Histrionic PD
    b. Antisocial PD
    c. Schizoid PD
    d. Borderline PD
A

B

91
Q
  1. Patients with Body Dysmorphic Disorder are often diagnosed with another psychological disorder called:
    a. Conversion disorder
    b. Obsessive-compulsive disorder
    c. Panic disorder
    d. Manic episode
A

B

92
Q
  1. A person with a personality disorder __________.
    a. Thinks that the disorder comes and goes
    b. Thinks that there is nothing wrong with them
    c. Is frequently distressed by their disorder
    d. Had a disorder that starts slowly
A

B

93
Q
  1. Jia had an injury on her occipital lobe. Ever since, she wasn’t able to recognize faces of her close family members and even her acquaintances. This symptom is most commonly known as:
    a. Prosopagnosia
    b. Agnosia
    c. Apraxia
    d. Anosognosia
A

A

94
Q
  1. Which part of the brain gives humans the capacity to think, plan and reason?
    a. Hypothalamus
    b. Cerebellum
    c. Cerebral cortex
    d. Amygdala
A

C

95
Q
  1. All of the following are correct reasons for breaking confidentiality. Which is wrong?
    a. When the patient is a threat to himself and to others
    b. When the patient need to be hospitalized
    c. Court orders
    d. Requested by legal guardians
A

D

96
Q
  1. An individual is diagnosed with psychosis and this usually means that a person has:
    a. Hallucinations
    b. Delusions
    c. Both of these
    d. None of these
A

C

97
Q
  1. Which of the following personality disorders would most likely say, “If I withdraw, nothing can hurt me.”?
    a. Schizoid PD
    b. Dependent PD
    c. Avoidant PD
    d. Paranoid PD
A

C

98
Q
  1. Which of the following statements is true about Depression?
    a. There is an increased risk of suicide if depressed suicidal individual is given an antidepressant
    b. Depressed patients with suicidal ideations should not be hospitalized since it may aggravate the risk
    c. If delusions are mood congruent among people with depression the diagnosis is schizophrenia
    d. Depression is characterized with loss of appetite therefore weight gain is almost impossible
A

A

99
Q
  1. According to the diathesis-stress model, monozygotic twins raised in the same household will:
    a. Not necessarily have the same disorders because of potential differences in their diathesis
    b. Have the same disorders because their diathesis and stress are exactly the same
    c. Not necessarily have the same disorders because of potential differences in their stress
    d. Have no more likelihood of sharing a disorder than any other two randomly selected individuals from the population
A

C

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