The conception of psychological disorders as diseases that have symptoms and possible cures is referred to as
the medical model.
physiognomy.
the root syndrome framework.
a diagnostic system.
a
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2
The DSM–5 is best described as a
medical model.
classification system.
set of theoretical assumptions.
collection of physiological definitions.
b
624
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3
Comorbidity of disorders refers to
symptoms stemming from internal dysfunction.
the relative risk of death arising from a disorder.
the co-occurrence of two or more disorders in a single individual.
the existence of disorders on a continuum from normal to abnormal.
c
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4
Irrational worries and fears that undermine one’s ability to function normally are an indication of
a genetic abnormality.
dysthymia.
diathesis.
an anxiety disorder.
d
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5
A(n) ___ disorder involves anxiety tied to a specific object or situation.
generalized anxiety
environmental
panic
phobic
d
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6
Agoraphobia often develops as a result of
preparedness theory.
obsessive-compulsive disorder.
panic disorder.
social phobia.
c
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7
Kelly’s fear of germs leads her to wash her hands repeatedly throughout the day, often for a half hour or more, under extremely hot water. From which disorder does Kelly suffer?
panic attacks
obsessive-compulsive disorder
phobia
generalized anxiety disorder
b
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8
Major depression is characterized by a severely depressed mood that lasts at least
2 weeks.
1 week.
1 month.
6 months.
a
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9
Extreme moods swings between ___ characterize bipolar disorder.
depression and mania
stress and lethargy
anxiety and arousal
obsessions and compulsions
a
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10
Schizophrenia is characterized by which of the following?
hallucinations
disorganized thoughts and behavior
emotional and social withdrawal
all of the above
d
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11
Schizophrenia affects approximately ___ % of the population and accounts for approximately ___ % of admissions to state and county mental hospitals.
5; 20
5; 5
1; 1
1; 40
d
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12
Autism spectrum disorder is characterized by which of the following?
communication deficits and restricted, repetitive behavior
hallucinations and delusions
suicidal thoughts
all of the above
a
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13
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
must begin before the age of 7.
never persists into adulthood.
sometimes persists into adulthood.
affects only boys.
c
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14
In the United States, those at highest risk for suicide are
men.
White people.
those with a mental disorder.
all of the above
d
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15
Nonsuicidal self-injury occurs among _ % of adolescents.