This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Cbse > Class 12 > Art Humanities > Psychology > Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders – Quiz 8 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 8 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Daniel consistently fails to form meaningful relationships, does not take on social responsibilities, and often treats people as objects. Which disorder is characterized by these behaviors? A) Avoidant Personality Disorder. B) Antisocial Personality Disorder. C) Major Depressive Disorder. D) SAD. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Antisocial Personality Disorder. 2. What is the number #1 reason that people seek therapy in the United States of America? A) Bipolar Disorder. B) Anger issues. C) Depression. D) PTSD. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Depression. 3. Scarlett has been experiencing intense anxiety and panic attacks. According to psychoanalytic theory, what could be the reason for Scarlett's anxiety disorder? A) The overwhelming of the ego by the urges of the id. B) The failure to achieve individuation. C) Brain injuries. D) Repressed childhood urges that surface abnormally. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Repressed childhood urges that surface abnormally. 4. What is the learned helplessness theory of depression? A) Development of multiple personalities. B) Inability to recall personal information. C) Persistent belief in having a disease. D) Anxiety and depression result from perceived lack of control over stress. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Anxiety and depression result from perceived lack of control over stress. 5. What is malingering? A) Development of multiple personalities. B) Inability to recall personal information. C) Deliberate faking of a disorder for gain. D) Persistent belief in having a disease. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Deliberate faking of a disorder for gain. 6. Clay is in a therapy session. The therapist asks him to relax and say whatever comes to his mind at the moment. This therapist is using ..... , which is a technique of ..... A) Transference; psychoanalysis. B) Systematic desensitization; behavior therapy. C) Active listening; client-centered therapy. D) Free association; psychoanalysis. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Free association; psychoanalysis. 7. What is the prevalence of any mental disorder in the United States? A) 18.1%. B) 6.7%. C) 9.5%. D) 26.2%. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 26.2%. 8. Select which of the following is unlikely to contribute to an anxiety disorder. A) Direct exposure to a distressing or traumatic event. B) Witnessing a traumatic event. C) Being unaware of traumatic events. D) Reading or hearing about a traumatic event. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Being unaware of traumatic events. 9. Identify the cluster and core style for antisocial personality disorder as outlined here. A) Cluster B:impulsive, dramatic, erratic. B) Cluster C:anxious and fearful. C) Not assigned to any cluster. D) Cluster A:odd and eccentric. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Cluster B:impulsive, dramatic, erratic. 10. People often do not seek treatment for a mental disorder due to stigma. What type of risk factor is this avoidance? A) Social. B) Emotional. C) Biological. D) Psychological. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Social. 11. Schizophrenia is associated with an excess of receptors for: A) Serotonin. B) Acetylcholine. C) Dopamine. D) Norepinephrine. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Dopamine. 12. What is the McNaughton rule used for in the legal system? A) To determine if an individual is volitionally incapacitated. B) To determine if an individual is morally incapacitated. C) To determine if an individual can control their actions. D) To determine if an individual is able to determine right from wrong. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To determine if an individual is able to determine right from wrong. 13. How many different categories are there in the DSM-5? A) 22. B) 18. C) 8. D) 12. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 18. 14. Which finding originally motivated the dopamine hypothesis of schizophrenia? A) Enlarged ventricles improve cognition. B) Gray matter increase in frontal cortex. C) Serotonin excess produces motor tics. D) Drugs increasing dopamine cause psychosis-like symptoms. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Drugs increasing dopamine cause psychosis-like symptoms. 15. According to the text, what is a common misconception about mental health issues? A) They are the same across all cultures. B) They are always caused by genetic factors. C) They are less important than physical illnesses. D) They can be cured by medication alone. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They are less important than physical illnesses. 16. This is any disorder that involves feelings of detachment from reality. A) Mood Disorders. B) Dissociative Disorders. C) Anxiety Disorders. D) Personality Disorders. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Dissociative Disorders. 17. Which feature is required for a diagnosis of a psychological disorder according to the DSM-5? A) Significant distress or impairment in functioning. B) A known genetic mutation. C) Presence of unusual beliefs. D) Violation of social norms. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Significant distress or impairment in functioning. 18. What is the importance of early intervention in mental health? A) It can lead to better treatment adherence. B) It can improve outcomes, reduce the severity of symptoms, and enhance the quality of life for individuals with mental health disorders. C) It is only necessary for severe cases. D) It has no significant impact on mental health outcomes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It can improve outcomes, reduce the severity of symptoms, and enhance the quality of life for individuals with mental health disorders. 19. In classical conditioning models of OCD, what initially becomes associated with anxiety? A) Unconditioned response paired with reward. B) Neutral stimulus paired with aversive event. C) Extinction paired with spontaneous recovery. D) Reinforcer paired with operant behavior. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Neutral stimulus paired with aversive event. 20. Which treatments are often used for schizophrenia? A) Both antipsychotic medications and CBT. B) Only mood stabilizers. C) Only exposure therapy. D) Only benzodiazepines. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Both antipsychotic medications and CBT. 21. In English literature, how are psychological disorders often portrayed? A) As a means to explore character depth and conflict. B) As a simple plot device with no real impact. C) As a humorous element in the story. D) As a background setting with no relevance. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) As a means to explore character depth and conflict. 22. What is one reason critics argue against the DSM's growing number of diagnoses? A) Improved treatment methods. B) Economic pressure from insurance companies. C) Cultural changes over time. D) Legal requirements for diagnosis. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Economic pressure from insurance companies. 23. Which example shows intrusive fragments due to memory disturbances? A) Forgetting all details permanently. B) Remembering only the attacker's repeated insult. C) Recalling a complete timeline calmly. D) Writing a coherent narrative quickly. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Remembering only the attacker's repeated insult. 24. Which of the following is a common symptom of depression? A) Persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. B) Excessive energy and racing thoughts. C) Inflated self-esteem and grandiosity. D) Increased appetite and weight gain. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. 25. Eating disorders may result from distorted body image & perfectionist thinking. A) This is consistent with cognitive-behavioral theories of eating disorders. B) This is unrelated to any psychological theory. C) This is only explained by genetic factors. D) This is a result of physical injury. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) This is consistent with cognitive-behavioral theories of eating disorders. 26. Which neurotransmitter is most implicated in ADHD through stimulant medication effects and reward pathways? A) Dopamine. B) Serotonin. C) Acetylcholine. D) GABA. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Dopamine. 27. Which model of abnormality holds that physical, mental, and socio-cultural factors are intertwined and that they must all be considered when dealing with psychology disorders? A) The eclectic model. B) The psychophysiological model. C) The biopsychosocial model. D) The Gestalt model. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The biopsychosocial model. 28. Which personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others? A) Borderline Personality Disorder. B) Narcissistic Personality Disorder. C) Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder. D) Antisocial Personality Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Antisocial Personality Disorder. 29. Which behavior exemplifies a social interaction deficit commonly observed in Autism Spectrum Disorder? A) Initiating conversations with unfamiliar peers. B) Preferring solitary play over shared activities. C) Frequent eye contact with caregivers. D) Rapidly shifting between multiple group activities. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Preferring solitary play over shared activities. 30. What is the name of the part of the brain that experiences changes due to trauma and scary events? A) Pituitary gland. B) Hippocampus. C) Amygdala. D) Cerebellum. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Amygdala. 31. Which factor increases PTSD risk through cumulative life stress after trauma? A) Participation in leisure clubs weekly. B) Lack of immediate social support. C) High-quality mentoring programs. D) Balanced diet and regular stretching. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Lack of immediate social support. 32. What discovery led to the treatment of general paresis with penicillin? A) Demonic possession. B) Psychological theories. C) Electric Shock Therapy. D) Bacterial microorganism. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Bacterial microorganism. 33. Which statement correctly distinguishes diathesis from stress? A) Diathesis is vulnerability; stress is adverse events. B) Diathesis is events; stress is predisposition. C) Both are the same construct in disorder models. D) Neither affects the development of disorders. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Diathesis is vulnerability; stress is adverse events. 34. Which is NOT a type of anxiety disorder? A) Somatoform. B) Post-traumatic. C) Panic. D) Obsessives-Compulsive. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Somatoform. 35. What is a main trait of Generalized Anxiety Disorder? A) School is the sole cause of the anxiety. B) People often cannot pinpoint the cause of their anxiety. C) People are anxious 100% of the day. D) The anxiety was a result of a traumatic accident. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) People often cannot pinpoint the cause of their anxiety. 36. Psychodynamic Therapy A) A therapy focused solely on behavioral changes. B) A therapy that emphasizes the role of unconscious forces and childhood experiences. C) A therapy that uses medication to treat mental health issues. D) A therapy that is based on cognitive restructuring. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A therapy that emphasizes the role of unconscious forces and childhood experiences. 37. What role do protective factors play in the recovery from psychological disorders? A) They act as precipitating factors. B) They have no effect on recovery. C) They support resilience and aid recovery. D) They increase the risk of relapse. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They support resilience and aid recovery. 38. Sudden and unexpected travel from home while repressing past A) Multiple Personalities Disorder. B) Bipolar Disorder. C) Dissociative Fugue. D) Dissociative Amnesia. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Dissociative Fugue. 39. Psychological disorder A) A disturbance in people's thoughts, emotions, or behaviors that causes distress or suffering and impairs their daily lives. B) A temporary state of sadness that resolves on its own. C) A condition that only affects children and adolescents. D) A personality trait that leads to social awkwardness. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A disturbance in people's thoughts, emotions, or behaviors that causes distress or suffering and impairs their daily lives. 40. Historically, what was a common response to individuals displaying signs of psychological disorders? A) They were often elected to leadership positions. B) They were typically provided with vocational training. C) They were commonly isolated or confined away from society. D) They were encouraged to travel and explore new environments. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They were commonly isolated or confined away from society. 41. Biomedical therapy A) Prescribed medications or procedures that act directly on the person's physiology. B) A type of therapy that focuses on emotional and psychological well-being. C) A method of treatment that involves physical exercise and rehabilitation. D) A holistic approach that combines traditional and alternative medicine. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Prescribed medications or procedures that act directly on the person's physiology. 42. Fighting the associated stigma is a focus of mental health. Identify why this is important. A) The stigma surrounding mental health can prevent people from seeking treatment. B) Stigma encourages treatment of mental health problems. C) Stigma provides people with a group which can weaken mental health. D) Stigma prevents people from developing mental health problems. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The stigma surrounding mental health can prevent people from seeking treatment. 43. A widely used system for classifying psychological disorders. A) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. B) Mental Illness Encyclopedia. C) Biopsychosocial Model. D) Mental Disorders Almanac. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. 44. What is the disorder in which intruding thoughts occur again and again? A) ASD. B) DID. C) PTSD. D) OCD. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) OCD. 45. What are the four common features often referred to in definitions of abnormality? A) Deviance, distress, dysfunction, denial. B) Distress, dysfunction, denial, danger. C) Deviance, distress, dysfunction, danger. D) Deviance, distress, denial, danger. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Deviance, distress, dysfunction, danger. 46. Which misconception kept the vaccine-autism concern alive in popular media? A) Immunogens were proven neurotoxic in infants. B) Correlation was mistaken for causation. C) Peer-reviewed replications confirmed the claim. D) ASD diagnoses disappeared after vaccine changes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Correlation was mistaken for causation. 47. Which symptom pair aligns with depersonalization/derealization disorder? A) Grandiose beliefs and pressured speech. B) Out-of-body experiences and time distortion. C) Repetitive compulsions and obsessions. D) Hallucinations and disorganized behavior. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Out-of-body experiences and time distortion. 48. Neurological disorders can impact a person's life in which two ways? A) They can affect movement and cognitive abilities. B) They can improve memory and increase energy. C) They can prevent all illnesses and boost immunity. D) They can guarantee happiness and success. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) They can affect movement and cognitive abilities. 49. People with Binge Eating Disorder purge (vomit) after they eat. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 50. Modeling, the verbal transmission of information, and ..... are all ways that someone might come to develop a specific phobia. A) Generalization. B) Situational learning. C) Classical conditioning. D) Evolution. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Classical conditioning. 51. A patient refuses to eat because he believes his food is being poisoned by his family. This is an example of: A) Delusion of reference. B) Delusion of persecution. C) Somatic symptom disorder. D) Delusion of grandeur. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Delusion of persecution. 52. Tardive Dyskinesia A) A mild headache that occurs after taking medication. B) A serious side effect of long-term use of some antipsychotic drugs, characterized by involuntary movements of the facial muscles, tongue, and limbs. C) A common cold that affects the respiratory system. D) A type of anxiety disorder that causes excessive worry. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A serious side effect of long-term use of some antipsychotic drugs, characterized by involuntary movements of the facial muscles, tongue, and limbs. 53. Maladaptive Behavior A) Behavior that is constructive and beneficial to oneself and others. B) Behavior that is neutral and has no significant impact on oneself or others. C) Behavior that is destructive to oneself or to others. D) Behavior that promotes social interaction and cooperation. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Behavior that is destructive to oneself or to others. 54. The prevalence of disorders is influenced by many factors. Who is most likely to experience generalised anxiety disorder and at what age is it most likely to begin? A) Women; 15. B) Women; 30. C) Men; 15. D) Men; 30. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Women; 30. 55. Dissociative Disorders A) Involve disruptions in conscious awareness, identity, or memory. B) Are characterized by excessive mood swings and emotional instability. C) Involve persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. D) Are marked by a lack of motivation and energy. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Involve disruptions in conscious awareness, identity, or memory. 56. Hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia is the fear of? A) Mirrors. B) African animals. C) Hippos. D) Long words. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Long words. 57. Triggers for those with PTSD may include all EXCEPT for: A) Olfactory stimuli. B) Visual stimuli. C) Old factory stimuli. D) Auditory stimuli. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Old factory stimuli. 58. Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of mania? A) Racing thoughts. B) Inflated self-esteem. C) Impulsive behavior. D) Increased need for sleep. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Increased need for sleep. 59. What are key symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? A) Excessive cleanliness. B) Intrusive memories and avoidance of trauma reminders. C) Overeating. D) Hyperactivity. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Intrusive memories and avoidance of trauma reminders. 60. A treatment modality in which 5-10 people with the same issue or concern meet together with a trained clinician is known as ..... A) Family therapy. B) Self-help group. C) Couples therapy. D) Group therapy. 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