This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Class 12 > Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders – Quiz 41 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 41 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What is the primary focus of the biological model in understanding psychological disorders? A) Cultural norms. B) Biological factors. C) Cognitive processes. D) Social influences. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Biological factors. 2. In PTSD, what term describes stimuli like the sight of an airplane that trigger distress? A) Operant reinforcer. B) Unconditioned stimulus. C) Neutral baseline cue. D) Conditioned stimulus. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Conditioned stimulus. 3. Phobias are a specific type of ..... disorder. A) Mood. B) Personality. C) Schizophrenic. D) Anxiety. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Anxiety. 4. What does the APA stand for? A) American Psychic Assocation. B) American Psychological Association. C) Answers Psychological Association. D) Arminian Psychological Answers. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) American Psychological Association. 5. OCD is an abbreviation of: A) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. B) Obessive-Corbuzier Diet. C) Obsession-Compulsion Disorder. D) Obsessive-Crime Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. 6. Maria has felt persistently sad, hopeless, and has lost interest in activities she used to enjoy for the past six months. She also struggles with sleep and appetite. What is Maria likely experiencing? A) Major Depressive Disorder. B) Bipolar Disorder. C) Generalized Anxiety Disorder. D) Phobic Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Major Depressive Disorder. 7. People who make it through the aftermath of trauma largely unscathed possess this quality. What is it called? A) Survivor Resiliency. B) OCD Survivor. C) Conqueror of Resiliency. D) Overcomer Resiliency. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Survivor Resiliency. 8. There are several factors that are thought to cause anxiety disorders. Georgiana has been seeking the help of a psychologist for treatment of her anxiety. Her psychologist has questioned if she has experienced any stressful life events.Select what may be the cause of her anxiety. A) Social factors. B) Parental modelling. C) Biological causes. D) Psychological causes. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Biological causes. 9. Which of the following is a symptom of major depressive disorder? A) Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness. B) Positive outlook and optimism. C) Excessive energy and motivation. D) Frequent laughter and happiness. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness. 10. What is a common characteristic of someone with Antisocial Personality Disorder regarding remorse? A) Lack of remorse for their actions. B) Excessive guilt and self-blame. C) Openly expressing remorse but not changing behavior. D) Only feeling remorse when caught. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Lack of remorse for their actions. 11. Schizoid is a type of ..... Dx A) Anxiety. B) Mood. C) Personality. D) Psychotic. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Personality. 12. Which of the following is a symptom of Narcissistic Personality Disorder? A) Excessive attention to detail. B) Grandiosity and lack of empathy. C) Excessive social anxiety. D) Disregard for the rights of others. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Grandiosity and lack of empathy. 13. Newer antipsychotic medications alleviate symptoms primarily by targeting which receptor type? A) Histamine H1 receptor antagonism. B) Acetylcholine receptor agonism. C) Serotonin (5-HT) receptors blockade. D) GABA-A receptor modulation. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Serotonin (5-HT) receptors blockade. 14. Which disorder is characterized by the presence of two or more distinct identities or personality states? A) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. B) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. C) Dissociative Amnesia. D) Dissociative Identity Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Dissociative Identity Disorder. 15. Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of Borderline Personality Disorder? A) Fear of abandonment. B) Consistently stable moods. C) Unstable relationships. D) Impulsive behaviors. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Consistently stable moods. 16. What is a common effect of psychological disorders on characters in English novels? A) They often lead to internal conflict and personal growth. B) They are usually ignored by the characters. C) They are resolved quickly without impact. D) They are used solely for comedic relief. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) They often lead to internal conflict and personal growth. 17. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) A) A form of therapy used to treat borderline personality disorder; it emphasizes mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. B) A type of medication used to manage anxiety disorders. C) A physical exercise program designed to improve flexibility and strength. D) A dietary plan aimed at reducing cholesterol levels. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A form of therapy used to treat borderline personality disorder; it emphasizes mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. 18. What does DSM stand for? A) Diagnostic Study of Mental illness. B) Developmental Systems Model. C) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. D) Disorders and Symptoms Manual. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. 19. Which statement best captures the biological perspective on psychological disorders? A) Disorders are random events without causes. B) Disorders involve biological phenomena like genes. C) Disorders reflect learned habits exclusively. D) Disorders arise from moral failings alone. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Disorders involve biological phenomena like genes. 20. Which comorbidity is commonly associated with panic disorder? A) Asthma alone. B) Major depressive disorder. C) Osteoarthritis changes. D) Color blindness traits. E) Type 1 diabetes mellitus. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Major depressive disorder. 21. In which disorder do people alternate between states of lethargic hopelessness and wild overexcitement? A) Dissociative identity disorder. B) Bipolar disorder. C) Obsessive-compulsive disorder. D) Schizophrenia. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Bipolar disorder. 22. The biopsychosocial approach to understanding mental disorders focuses on: A) All areas that can affect mental health-biological, psychological and social. B) Biological factors that influence social groups. C) The impact of the interaction between psychology and biology. D) Biological factors that influence psychological health. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) All areas that can affect mental health-biological, psychological and social. 23. Which personality disorder is characterized by a lack of regard for the rights of others? A) Antisocial personality disorder. B) Avoidant personality disorder. C) Borderline personality disorder. D) Narcissistic personality disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Antisocial personality disorder. 24. Joey was convicted of domestic violence. As part of his sentence, the judge has ordered that he attend therapy for anger management. This is considered ..... treatment. A) Involuntary. B) Voluntary. C) Forced. D) Mandatory. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Involuntary. 25. What is dissociative amnesia characterized by? A) Inability to recall personal information. B) Sudden travel away from home. C) Belief in being possessed by spirits. D) Development of multiple personalities. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Inability to recall personal information. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesClass 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 1Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 2Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 3Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 4Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 5Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 6Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 7Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 8Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 9Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 10 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books