This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Class 12 > Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders – Quiz 19 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 19 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Which feature is required for a diagnosis of a psychological disorder according to the DSM-5? A) Significant distress or impairment in functioning. B) Violation of social norms. C) Presence of unusual beliefs. D) A known genetic mutation. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Significant distress or impairment in functioning. 2. 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. 3. In classical conditioning models of OCD, what initially becomes associated with anxiety? A) Neutral stimulus paired with aversive event. B) Unconditioned response paired with reward. C) Extinction paired with spontaneous recovery. D) Reinforcer paired with operant behavior. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Neutral stimulus paired with aversive event. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. What is one reason critics argue against the DSM's growing number of diagnoses? A) Economic pressure from insurance companies. B) Legal requirements for diagnosis. C) Improved treatment methods. D) Cultural changes over time. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Economic pressure from insurance companies. 7. 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. 8. 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. 9. 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. 10. 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. 11. 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 biopsychosocial model. C) The psychophysiological model. D) The Gestalt model. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The biopsychosocial model. 12. 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. 13. Which behavior exemplifies a social interaction deficit commonly observed in Autism Spectrum Disorder? A) Frequent eye contact with caregivers. B) Preferring solitary play over shared activities. C) Rapidly shifting between multiple group activities. D) Initiating conversations with unfamiliar peers. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Preferring solitary play over shared activities. 14. 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. 15. 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. 16. What discovery led to the treatment of general paresis with penicillin? A) Demonic possession. B) Bacterial microorganism. C) Psychological theories. D) Electric Shock Therapy. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Bacterial microorganism. 17. 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. 18. Which is NOT a type of anxiety disorder? A) Obsessives-Compulsive. B) Panic. C) Post-traumatic. D) Somatoform. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Somatoform. 19. What is a main trait of Generalized Anxiety Disorder? A) People are anxious 100% of the day. B) People often cannot pinpoint the cause of their anxiety. C) School is the sole cause of the anxiety. D) The anxiety was a result of a traumatic accident. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) People often cannot pinpoint the cause of their anxiety. 20. 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. 21. 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. 22. Sudden and unexpected travel from home while repressing past A) Dissociative Amnesia. B) Dissociative Fugue. C) Multiple Personalities Disorder. D) Bipolar Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Dissociative Fugue. 23. 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. 24. 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. 25. 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. 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