This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Class 12 > Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders – Quiz 9 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 9 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. 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) Post-traumatic stress disorder. D) Dysthymic disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Post-traumatic stress disorder. 2. 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. 3. Memory loss associated with stressful events: A) Dissociative Amnesia. B) Dissociative Fugue. C) Multiple Personalities Disorder. D) Bipolar Disorder. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Dissociative Amnesia. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. 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. 7. 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. 8. 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. 9. Social phobia may reflect heightened sensitivity to social rejection, which could lead to lack of protection & decreased risk of survival. A) This may be an evolutionary adaptation to avoid exclusion from the group. B) This may be a result of poor nutrition during childhood. C) This may be caused by excessive exposure to sunlight. D) This may be due to a lack of physical exercise. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) This may be an evolutionary adaptation to avoid exclusion from the group. 10. 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). 11. 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. 12. Causes of psychological disorders can originate from ..... and ..... factors. A) Genetics, environmental. B) Good, bad. C) Generalized, specific. D) Minor, major. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Genetics, environmental. 13. 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. 14. 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. 15. 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. 16. Destructive to oneself or others A) Maladaptive. B) Unjustifiable. C) Disturbing. D) Atypical. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Maladaptive. 17. 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. 18. Someone who needs to be the center of attention and is manipulative to receive attention has what disorder? A) Borderline. B) Hystrionic. C) Schizoid. D) Dependent. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Hystrionic. 19. 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) Behavioral. B) Biopsychological. C) Cognitive. D) Humanistic. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Behavioral. 20. 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) Bipolar. B) Schizoid. C) Conversion. D) Antisocial Personality. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Antisocial Personality. 21. Symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder include muscle aches. A) Muscle aches or soreness can be a physical symptom of generalized anxiety disorder. B) Muscle spasms are a common symptom of depression. C) Muscle weakness is a sign of chronic fatigue syndrome. D) Muscle cramps are unrelated to anxiety disorders. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Muscle aches or soreness can be a physical symptom of generalized anxiety disorder. 22. 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. 23. Personality Disorders A) Distorted thinking patterns. B) Healthy emotional responses. C) Effective impulse control. D) Strong interpersonal skills. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Distorted thinking patterns. 24. 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. 25. Phobia A) A persistent, irrational fear of a specific object, activity, or situation that leads to a compelling desire to avoid it. B) A temporary feeling of anxiety in response to a stressful situation. C) A general dislike or aversion to a particular thing or activity. D) A strong emotional attachment to a specific person or place. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A persistent, irrational fear of a specific object, activity, or situation that leads to a compelling desire to avoid it. ← 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 10Class 12 Psychology Chapter 4 Psychological Disorders Quiz 11 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books