This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Class 12 > Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders – Quiz 6 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 6 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Taijin Kyofusho A) A Japanese culture-bound syndrome characterized by an intense fear that one's body or bodily functions give offense to others. B) A psychological disorder where individuals fear social interactions due to embarrassment. C) A condition where individuals have an irrational fear of foreign cultures. D) A syndrome that involves an obsession with cleanliness and hygiene. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A Japanese culture-bound syndrome characterized by an intense fear that one's body or bodily functions give offense to others. 2. Disorganized thinking/speech A) A positive symptom manifesting as nonsensical speech, like word salad. B) A negative symptom characterized by lack of motivation and emotional flatness. C) A cognitive symptom involving difficulty in concentrating and making decisions. D) A behavioral symptom that includes excessive movement and agitation. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A positive symptom manifesting as nonsensical speech, like word salad. 3. Social and cultural beliefs affect behaviorsex. anorexia nervosa is common in Western cultures but not in others and susto, a fear of black magic resulting in extreme anxiety, is common in Latin American countries A) Biological. B) Psychological. C) Social. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Social. 4. For the past year, Michael has been constantly worrying about various things, such as his job, health, and family. He feels restless and has difficulty sleeping. What condition is Michael likely experiencing? A) Generalized Anxiety Disorder. B) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). C) Panic Disorder. D) Conversion Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Generalized Anxiety Disorder. 5. Criminal Psychology A) Studies the behaviors and thoughts of criminals. B) Focuses on the rehabilitation of offenders. C) Analyzes the legal system and its processes. D) Examines the impact of crime on society. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Studies the behaviors and thoughts of criminals. 6. Anxiety disorders are generally characterized by A) Inability to control the body's reaction to fear. B) Sporadic, intense flashbacks. C) The need to perform safety behaviors. D) Excessive, persistent fear and anxiety. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Excessive, persistent fear and anxiety. 7. In the context of psychological disorders, what does the term 'dissociation' refer to? A) Extreme mood swings. B) Inability to function socially. C) Loss of memory. D) Severance of connections between ideas and emotions. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Severance of connections between ideas and emotions. 8. What does dysfunction mean in the context of psychological disorders? A) Behavior that interferes with daily life and responsibilities. B) Mild, temporary stress. C) Personal preference differences. D) Positive coping strategies. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Behavior that interferes with daily life and responsibilities. 9. Which model states that abnormal behavior is based on conflict between the id, ego, and superego? A) Behavioral model. B) Cognitive model. C) Psychodynamic model. D) Humanistic-existential model. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Psychodynamic model. 10. One criteria used to define abnormal behavior is ..... The question that we use to analyze this:Is the behavior outside of societal rules? A) Typicality. B) Dysfunction. C) Distress. D) Deviance. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Deviance. 11. When a person's thoughts, feelings, or actions are different from how they are expected to think, feel, and act in a given situation, they are ..... thoughts. A) Maladaptive. B) Deviated. C) Self-Destructive. D) Discomforting. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Deviated. 12. Peter is deathly afraid of spiders. Whenever he sees one, he screams and runs out of the room and will not return until he sees evidence that it has been killed. What is he probably suffering from? A) Social Phobia. B) Generalized Anxiety Disorder. C) A Specific Phobia. D) Obsessive-compulsive Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A Specific Phobia. 13. Which experiences are commonly recognized as traumatic exposures associated with PTSD? A) Routine illnesses, dietary changes, exams. B) Online criticism, minor conflicts, boredom. C) Public speaking, long commutes, deadlines. D) Combat, sexual assault, terrorist attacks. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Combat, sexual assault, terrorist attacks. 14. According to the American Psychiatric Association, a psychological disorder is best defined as: A) A clinically significant disturbance in cognition, emotion regulation, or behavior reflecting dysfunction. B) Any behavior that violates social norms. C) Temporary emotional distress caused by stress. D) A purely biological disease of the brain. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A clinically significant disturbance in cognition, emotion regulation, or behavior reflecting dysfunction. 15. Bodily complaints without a medical cause typically indicate a: A) Hallucination. B) Depressive disorder. C) Dissociative disorder. D) Somatoform disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Somatoform disorder. 16. There are several treatments available for psychological disorders. Identify a pharmacotherapy. A) Operating on the brain to assist mental health. B) Inducing a seizure to assist mental health. C) Using therapy to assist mental health. D) Prescribing medication to assist mental health. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Prescribing medication to assist mental health. 17. What is abnormal psychology? A) Abnormal psychology is the study of abnormal behavior and mental disorders. B) Abnormal psychology is the study of normal behavior and mental disorders. C) Abnormal psychology is the study of abnormal behavior and physical disorders. D) Abnormal psychology is the study of normal behavior and mental health. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Abnormal psychology is the study of abnormal behavior and mental disorders. 18. Post-traumatic stress disorder A) A disorder characterized by failure to recover after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event. B) A condition that involves excessive happiness and joy. C) A mental health condition that leads to increased energy and motivation. D) A disorder that causes individuals to forget traumatic events. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A disorder characterized by failure to recover after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event. 19. What is used to describe and diagnose psychological disorders? A) SEY-9. B) ASM-7. C) DSM-5. D) HDW-6. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) DSM-5. 20. What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)? A) A disorder characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about various aspects of life, including health, work, and social interactions. B) A condition where individuals experience sudden panic attacks without warning. C) A mental health disorder that involves extreme mood swings and changes in energy levels. D) A type of anxiety that is triggered by specific phobias or fears. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A disorder characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about various aspects of life, including health, work, and social interactions. 21. This is a disorder that involves physical symptoms with no apparent physical cause: A) Somatic Symptom Disorder. B) Anxiety Disorder. C) Mood Disorder. D) Personality Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Somatic Symptom Disorder. 22. Suicide rates are ..... among men than among women, and they are ..... during the winter holiday season than during the spring months. A) Higher; higher. B) Lower; lower. C) Higher; lower. D) Lower; higher. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Higher; lower. 23. What are some factors to consider when determining a person's mental health? A) Whether they exhibit typical or atypical behaviors. B) Whether they have a high income. C) Whether they have a large social circle. D) Whether they have a high academic achievement. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Whether they exhibit typical or atypical behaviors. 24. If Jamie, who has schizophrenia, shows signs of avolition by not engaging or caring about taking a shower or getting her hair out of her face. This is considered a ..... A) A pattern of disorganized thinking. B) Negative symptom. C) Somatic delusion. D) Positive symptom. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Negative symptom. 25. Which disorder involves alternating periods of depression and mania? A) Bipolar Disorder. B) Generalized Anxiety Disorder. C) Schizophrenia. D) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Bipolar Disorder. ← 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 7Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 8Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 9Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 10Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 11 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books