This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Cbse > Class 12 > Art Humanities > Psychology > Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders – Quiz 4 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 4 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What is characterized by deviant, distressful, and dysfunctional patterns of thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? A) Medical model. B) Sociocultural model. C) Biopsychosocial model. D) Psychological model. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Medical model. 2. People with schizophrenia also show psychomotor symptoms in which they assume a rigid, upright posture for hours. This is called: A) Catatonic stupor. B) Catatonic rigidity. C) Catatonic posturing. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Catatonic rigidity. 3. Who publishes the DSM-V A) The American Psychological Association. B) The Canadian Institute of Politeness TagsDOK Level 2:Skill/Concept. C) Globodyne Industries. D) The U.S. Department of Education. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The American Psychological Association. 4. What has society become more of towards psychological disorders? A) Fearful and judgmental. B) Ignorant and dismissive. C) Understanding and knowledgeable. D) Indifferent and apathetic. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Understanding and knowledgeable. 5. Hypnosis is proven to recover accurate memories A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 6. The most widely used classification scheme for psychological disorders is the: A) Social Readjustment Rating Scale. B) Minnesota Multi-phasic Personality Inventory. C) California Personality Inventory. D) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders. 7. A strong therapeutic alliance means: A) Medication is used. B) Therapy is short. C) The therapist gives advice. D) The client trusts the therapist. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The client trusts the therapist. 8. Antisocial Personality Disorder A) A personality disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others, occurring since age 15. B) A mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. C) A personality disorder marked by excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior. D) A mental health condition characterized by extreme fear of social situations. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A personality disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others, occurring since age 15. 9. Annie experiences disorganized thinking and communicates with people who do not exist.Which of the following is the most likely classification of Annie's problems? A) Major depressive disorder. B) Schizophrenia. C) Borderline personality disorder. D) Autism spectrum disorder. E) Conversion disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Schizophrenia. 10. What is a common outcome for survivors of acute stress disorder? A) Development of dissociative identity disorder. B) Development of PTSD. C) Complete recovery without any further issues. D) Onset of schizophrenia. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Development of PTSD. 11. Which example fits the arousal/reactivity symptom cluster? A) Exaggerated startle response and irritability. B) Calm mood and improved concentration. C) Elation and increased goal-directed activity. D) Detached amusement in social situations. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Exaggerated startle response and irritability. 12. What does the DSM provide information about for each disorder? A) Economic impact of the disorder. B) Frequency of the disorder in Europe. C) Legal consequences of the disorder. D) Symptoms, age of onset, and cultural issues. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Symptoms, age of onset, and cultural issues. 13. Which integrated explanation best connects conditioning and cognition in PTSD? A) Conditioned cues trigger fear, fragmented memories give them meaning. B) Operant rewards create calm, detailed memories reduce triggers. C) Neutral cues erase fear, complete memories cause avoidance. D) Classical extinction strengthens fear, coherent recall removes anxiety. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Conditioned cues trigger fear, fragmented memories give them meaning. 14. What does the American Psychiatric Association (APA) consider a psychological disorder? A) A major disturbance in their daily lives. B) A temporary emotional response to stress. C) A socially acceptable reaction to a life event. D) A condition with significant disturbances in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A condition with significant disturbances in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. 15. Years after he barely survived a terrorist attack that killed his wife and two children, Mr. Puskari suffers recurring flashbacks and frequent nightmares of the event that render him incapable of holding a steady job. Mr. Puskari is most clearly showing signs of: A) Obsessive compulsive disorder. B) Generalized anxiety disorder. C) Dysthymic disorder. D) Post-traumatic stress disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Post-traumatic stress disorder. 16. Which criticism targets DSM-5 regarding diagnostic thresholds? A) Research base eliminated for clinical guidelines. B) All bereavement excluded from depressive disorders. C) Categories removed, causing underdiagnosis widespread. D) Criteria loosened, risking diagnostic hyperinflation. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Criteria loosened, risking diagnostic hyperinflation. 17. Memory loss associated with stressful events: A) Dissociative Fugue. B) Bipolar Disorder. C) Dissociative Amnesia. D) Multiple Personalities Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Dissociative Amnesia. 18. What are the primary characteristics associated with schizophrenia? A) Hallucinations, delusions, and impaired cognitive functioning. B) Fever, headache, and nausea. C) Increased energy, euphoria, and insomnia. D) Weight gain, fatigue, and dry skin. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Hallucinations, delusions, and impaired cognitive functioning. 19. What does the reliability of a diagnostic assessment refer to? A) The consistency of a diagnostic method. B) The accuracy of a diagnostic method in identifying and measuring a disorder. C) The stability of a diagnostic method over time. D) The generalizability of a diagnostic method to the broader population. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The consistency of a diagnostic method. 20. Claustrophobia is the fear of being in a small, enclosed space. A) An intense fear of heights. B) An intense fear of confined or enclosed spaces, such as elevators or small rooms. C) An intense fear of open spaces. D) An intense fear of crowded places. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) An intense fear of confined or enclosed spaces, such as elevators or small rooms. 21. Which combination lists common associated symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder? A) Compulsions and rituals. B) Restlessness and sleep difficulties. C) Hallucinations and delusions. D) Euphoria and grandiosity. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Restlessness and sleep difficulties. 22. What was the view of psychological disorders in history? A) Chemical imbalances in the brain. B) Genetic factors causing disturbances. C) Supernatural forces influencing individuals. D) Social and environmental factors leading to disorders. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Supernatural forces influencing individuals. 23. Social phobia may reflect heightened sensitivity to social rejection, which could lead to lack of protection & decreased risk of survival. A) This may be due to a lack of physical exercise. B) This may be an evolutionary adaptation to avoid exclusion from the group. C) This may be caused by excessive exposure to sunlight. D) This may be a result of poor nutrition during childhood. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) This may be an evolutionary adaptation to avoid exclusion from the group. 24. Obsessive-compulsive disorder A) Characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and actions (compulsions). B) A mood disorder characterized by extreme sadness and loss of interest. C) An anxiety disorder that involves excessive worry about various aspects of life. D) A personality disorder marked by a lack of empathy and disregard for social norms. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and actions (compulsions). 25. Which of the following is a symptom of major depression? A) Sleeping more or less than usual. B) Fatigue or loss of energy. C) Inability to concentrate. D) All of these. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of these. 26. Causes of psychological disorders can originate from ..... and ..... factors. A) Good, bad. B) Genetics, environmental. C) Generalized, specific. D) Minor, major. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Genetics, environmental. 27. What is Social Anxiety Disorder? A) A chronic mental health condition characterized by an intense fear of social situations, leading to avoidance and distress. B) A temporary feeling of nervousness before public speaking. C) A condition where individuals feel overly confident in social situations. D) A type of anxiety that only occurs in childhood. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A chronic mental health condition characterized by an intense fear of social situations, leading to avoidance and distress. 28. What is the primary aim of the DSM? A) To provide clear diagnostic categories for mental disorders. B) To offer legal definitions of insanity. C) To define emotional distress. D) To classify cultural standards of behavior. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To provide clear diagnostic categories for mental disorders. 29. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) A) A disorder characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and/or actions (compulsions) aimed at reducing anxiety. B) A mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. C) A personality disorder marked by a long-term pattern of abnormal behavior, cognition, and experience. D) An anxiety disorder characterized by excessive worry about various aspects of life. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A disorder characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and/or actions (compulsions) aimed at reducing anxiety. 30. Destructive to oneself or others A) Atypical. B) Maladaptive. C) Disturbing. D) Unjustifiable. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Maladaptive. 31. Which of the following is a common symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder? A) Social withdrawal. B) Intense fear of heights. C) Compulsive hand washing. D) Extreme mood swings. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Compulsive hand washing. 32. Someone who needs to be the center of attention and is manipulative to receive attention has what disorder? A) Borderline. B) Dependent. C) Schizoid. D) Hystrionic. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Hystrionic. 33. Carl suffers from acrophobia, a fear of high places. Carl's therapist suggests that his reaction to heights is a generalization (learned response) of the fear triggered by a childhood playground accident in which he fell off a slide. The therapist's suggestion reflects a ..... perspective. A) Humanistic. B) Biopsychological. C) Cognitive. D) Behavioral. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Behavioral. 34. Dan works in a busy office and is known for his superficial charm. He often manipulates his coworkers to get ahead, showing little concern for their feelings. He frequently makes impulsive decisions and ignores company policies, acting irresponsibly and disregarding social norms. Based on these behaviors, Dan would most likely be diagnosed with which of the following disorders? A) Schizoid. B) Conversion. C) Antisocial Personality. D) Bipolar. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Antisocial Personality. 35. Symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder include muscle aches. A) Muscle aches or soreness can be a physical symptom of generalized anxiety disorder. B) Muscle weakness is a sign of chronic fatigue syndrome. C) Muscle cramps are unrelated to anxiety disorders. D) Muscle spasms are a common symptom of depression. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Muscle aches or soreness can be a physical symptom of generalized anxiety disorder. 36. What is a key feature of generalized anxiety disorder? A) Persistent, excessive worry. B) Recurrent panic attacks. C) Compulsive rituals. D) Delusions of grandeur. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Persistent, excessive worry. 37. Personality Disorders A) Strong interpersonal skills. B) Distorted thinking patterns. C) Effective impulse control. D) Healthy emotional responses. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Distorted thinking patterns. 38. Which approach stated that psychological problems are caused by inadequacies in the way an individual thinks, feels and perceives the world? A) Biological approach. B) Organic approach. C) Psychological approach. D) Organismic approach. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Psychological approach. 39. Someone who believes small symptoms to be more severe than reality has what disorder? A) Obsessive-compulsive. B) Hypochondriasis. C) Generalized Anxiety. D) Paranoid Schizophrenia. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Hypochondriasis. 40. Exhibiting two or more disorders is referred to as: A) There is not a specific term for this. B) Bisymptomatic. C) Multidiagnosis. D) Comorbidity. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Comorbidity. 41. ..... IS REMOVING OF EVIL THAT RESIDEDS IN THE INDIVIDUAL. A) SHAMAN. B) THERAPY. C) MAGIC. D) EXORCISM. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) EXORCISM. 42. In order to get this diagnosis, a patient must reach hypomania and major depression and fluctuate between the two extremes. The fluctuation can be either quick or slow cycling. A) PTSD. B) Borderline Personality Dx. C) FBI. D) Bipolar II. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Bipolar II. 43. Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) A) A common anxiety disorder characterized by excessive worry. B) A rare dissociative disorder in which a person exhibits two or more distinct personalities or identities that recurrently take control of the individual's behavior. C) A mood disorder marked by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. D) A personality disorder involving a long-term pattern of unstable relationships and self-image. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A rare dissociative disorder in which a person exhibits two or more distinct personalities or identities that recurrently take control of the individual's behavior. 44. The sociocultural perspective looks at you, your behaviors, and your symptoms in the context of your ..... A) Education. B) Socioeconomic status. C) Culture and background. D) Age. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Culture and background. 45. Coping tips for Panic Disorder are: A) Limit caffeine intake. B) Slow deep breaths to calm down. C) Talk to your therapist. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 46. Which of the following is a common risk factor for developing depression? A) Strong social support. B) Positive life changes. C) Negative life events. D) High self-esteem. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Negative life events. 47. What is Bulimia Nervosa? A) An eating disorder characterized by cycles of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors, such as purging or excessive exercise. B) A mental health condition that involves persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. C) A disorder marked by excessive weight gain and a lack of control over eating habits. D) A condition where individuals avoid food entirely, leading to severe weight loss. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) An eating disorder characterized by cycles of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors, such as purging or excessive exercise. 48. How does the DSM classify psychological disorders? A) Categorical approach. B) Psychoanalytic approach. C) Dimensional approach. D) Biological approach. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Categorical approach. 49. What phobia involves an irrational and extreme fear of being in places where escape is difficult? A) Agoraphobia. B) Claustrophobia. C) Specific Phobia. D) Social phobia. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Agoraphobia. 50. Sharon believes she is an alien who has been left behind on Earth by her "pod." She is often difficult to understand, because she speaks frequently in rhymes and makes up her own words. A) A. Schizophrenia Disorder. B) C. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. C) B. Panic Disorder. D) Bipolar Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A. Schizophrenia Disorder. 51. Which misconception about OCD language is highlighted by the material? A) OCD is a temporary habit that everyone has. B) Intense activity is always a compulsion. C) Casual use of the word obsession can be insensitive. D) Checking behaviors are performed for pleasure. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Casual use of the word obsession can be insensitive. 52. Thoughts and thinking patterns A) Biological. B) Psychological. C) Social. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Psychological. 53. When defining abnormality verses normal psychological behavior, using the 4 D's, which one is NOT one of the D's that are descriptive of someone who is suffering from a disorder? A) Deviance. B) Destruction. C) Dysfunction. D) Danger. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Destruction. 54. Standardized criteria in DSM A) Provides descriptions and symptoms for mental disorders to ensure consistent diagnoses. B) Offers treatment plans for various mental health conditions. C) Lists the historical development of mental health diagnoses. D) Defines the ethical guidelines for mental health professionals. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Provides descriptions and symptoms for mental disorders to ensure consistent diagnoses. 55. What is the role of psychological disorders in character development in novels? A) They provide insight into the character's motivations and challenges. B) They are used to fill pages with unnecessary details. C) They serve as a distraction from the main plot. D) They are irrelevant to the story. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) They provide insight into the character's motivations and challenges. 56. A fear of a specific object or situation that is exaggerated and out of proportion to the actual danger A) Phobia. B) Worry. C) Anxiety. D) Specific Phobia. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Specific Phobia. 57. Which disorder involves re-experiencing trauma and increased vigilance? A) Acute stress disorder. B) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). C) Adjustment disorder. D) Prolonged grief disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). 58. Humanistic therapy focuses on changing behaviour rather than thoughts, feelings, or motives. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 59. What is histrionic personality disorder? A) Pattern of excessive emotionality and attention seeking. B) Persistent belief in having a disease. C) Development of multiple personalities. D) Inability to recall personal information. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Pattern of excessive emotionality and attention seeking. 60. What is the DSM's primary aim? A) To classify cultural standards of behavior. B) To define emotional distress. C) To provide clear diagnostic categories. D) To offer legal definitions of insanity. 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