AP Psychology – Psychological Disorders By Jane Eastwood | 1. What is the term for a psychological disorder characterized by excessive worry and anxiety, accompanied by physical symptoms such as restlessness and difficulty concentrating? a) Generalized anxiety disorder b) Panic disorder c) Obsessive-compulsive disorder d) Social anxiety disorder 2. Which of the following is a dissociative disorder characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states or identities? a) Major depressive disorder b) Bipolar disorder c) Schizophrenia d) Dissociative identity disorder 3. What is the term for a mood disorder characterized by alternating periods of depression and mania? a) Major depressive disorder b) Bipolar disorder c) Generalized anxiety disorder d) Borderline personality disorder 4. According to the DSM-5, what is the minimum duration of symptoms required to diagnose a major depressive episode? a) 1 week b) 2 weeks c) 1 month d) 3 months 5. Which of the following is a symptom of schizophrenia? a) Intense fear and avoidance of social situations b) Persistent and irrational thoughts or fears leading to repetitive behaviors c) Delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized thinking d) Inflexible and maladaptive patterns of behavior causing distress or impairment 6. What is the term for an anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks, along with persistent concerns about future attacks and changes in behavior to avoid triggers? a) Panic disorder b) Specific phobia c) Agoraphobia d) Post-traumatic stress disorder 7. Which of the following is a personality disorder characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others? a) Antisocial personality disorder b) Borderline personality disorder c) Narcissistic personality disorder d) Avoidant personality disorder 8. What is the term for a psychological disorder characterized by intrusive and unwanted thoughts, as well as repetitive behaviors performed to alleviate anxiety? a) Generalized anxiety disorder b) Panic disorder c) Obsessive-compulsive disorder d) Social anxiety disorder 9. Which of the following is a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? a) Excessive worry and fear of social situations b) Flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive memories of a traumatic event c) Splitting of one’s identity into multiple distinct personalities d) Intense and unstable emotions, self-image, and relationships 10. According to the DSM-5, what is the term for a psychological disorder characterized by excessive attention-seeking, dramatic behavior, and a need for constant approval and admiration? a) Antisocial personality disorder b) Borderline personality disorder c) Narcissistic personality disorder d) Histrionic personality disorder Loading … Posted in Other
