ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY 14TH EDITION KRING JOHNSON - TEST BANK

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Chapter 05: Mood Disorders

 

Multiple Choice

 

1. Which of the following is not considered a common symptom of depression?
2. a) Psychomotor retardation or agitation
3. b) Sleeping too much or too little
4. c) Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
5. d) High Energy Level

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

2. Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder involves
3. a) children.
4. b) adolescents.
5. c) adults.
6. d) both children and adolescents.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

4. The slowing of thoughts and movements by those experiencing depression is called
5. a) Psychomotor agitation.
6. b) Social withdrawal.
7. c) Psychomotor retardation.
8. d) Melancholia.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

5. Psychomotor agitation involves all but:
6. a) Pacing.
7. b) Limbs feeling heavy.
8. c) Wringing hands.
9. d) Fidgeting.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

6. According to the DSM-5, bereavement-related symptoms are no longer excluded from the diagnosis of
7. a) Major depressive disorder
8. b) Persistent depressive disorder
9. c) Premenstrual Dysphoric disorder
10. d) Bipolar I disorder

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

7. Which of the following disorders is newly included in the DSM-5?
8. a) Bipolar I disorder
9. b) Bipolar II disorder
10. c) Bipolar III disorder
11. d) Persistent depressive disorder

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

8. In the DSM-5, __________ is included in persistent depressive disorder.
9. a) Chronic bereavement-related depression
10. b) Chronic major depressive disorder
11. c) Bipolar I disorder
12. d) Premenstrual dysphoric disorder

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

9. Jacqueline has been consistently depressed for the past three years. Based on this information, the best diagnosis for Jacqueline would be
10. a) Persistent depressive disorder.
11. b) Cyclothymic disorder.
12. c) Bipolar disorder.
13. d) Disruptive mood regulation disorder.

 

Ans: a

Type: Applied

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Application

 

10. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder is distinguished from major depression by the addition of all of the following symptoms except:
11. a) Breast tenderness or swelling.
12. b) Bloating.
13. c) Loss of interest in previously pleasureable activities.
14. d) Joint or muscle pain.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.Bloomcode: Analysis

 

11. The DSM-5 diagnosis of major depressive disorder includes __________ depressive symptoms that are present for at least two weeks.
12. a) 2
13. b) 3
14. c) 4
15. d) 5

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

12. Nancy is a 28 year old female who presents with the symptoms of low energy, poor self-esteem, feelings of hopelessness and has had a depressed mood for most of the day more than half of the time for 2 years. The best diagnosis that describes her condition is
13. a) Major Depressive Disorder
14. b) Persistent Depressive Disorder
15. c) Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
16. d) Seasonal Affective Disorder

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Evaulation

 

13. Kyle is a 55 year old male from Maine who presents with the symptoms of depression several consistently over the same months every year. During these times he sleeps longer and suffers from lower appetite and energy. The best diagnosis that describes his condition is
14. a) Major Depressive Disorder
15. b) Persistent Depressive Disorder
16. c) Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
17. d) Seasonal Affective Disorder

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Evaluation

 

14. What percentage of people who meet the criteria for a diagnosis of MDD also experience an anxiety disorder during their lifetime?
15. a) 70%
16. b) 60%
17. c) 50%
18. d) 40%

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

15. All of the following are mood disorders in the DSM-5 except:
16. a) Mixed Anxiety/Depressive Disorder
17. b) Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
18. c) Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
19. d) Cyclothymia

 

Ans: a

Type: Knowledge

Section: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

16. The most prevalent psychiatric disorder in the U.S. is
17. a) Mood dysregulation disorder
18. b) Cyclothymia
19. c) Major depressive disorder
20. d) Bipolar disorder

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

17. Major depressive disorder is three times more common among __________ populations.
18. a) High SES
19. b) Low SES
20. c) Middle class
21. d) None of the above

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

 

 

18. __________ as many girls as boys are exposed to childhood sexual abuse.
19. a) Twice
20. b) Three times
21. c) Four times
22. d) Five times

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

19. Which of the following factors has NOT been proposed as an explanation for the gender difference in depression?
20. a) Girls are more likely to be exposed to sexual abuse than boys.
21. b) Women tend to be more creative than men.
22. c) Women are more likely to be exposed to chronic stressors in adulthood.
23. d) Social roles promote emotion-focused coping among women.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

20. Which of the following people is least likely to have major depression?
21. a) A 45-year-old wealthy woman
22. b) A 35-year-old unemployed man
23. c) A 20-year-old wealthy man
24. d) A 19-year-old wealthy woman who has had one episode of depression in the past

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

21. Every winter for the past three years, Natalie has felt extremely depressed for a period of months and is unable to keep up with her responsibilities because of her low energy and difficulty concentrating. She always appears to feel better by early spring and is at her best during the summer. Which of the following DSM-5 diagnoses would best fit Natalie?
22. a) Cyclothymic disorder
23. b) Major depression—
24. c) Seasonal affective disorder
25. d) Natalie’s symptoms reflect normal mood fluctuations and would not be given a DSM-5 diagnosis.

 

Ans: c

Type: Applied

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Application

 

22. Which of the following treatments for seasonal affective disorder is now considered a first-line recommendation in the APA Treatment Guidelines for Depression?
23. a) Hypnosis
24. b) Regular bright light exposure
25. c) Psychodynamic therapy
26. d) Traveling to a warmer climate during winter months

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

23. Which of the following statements is correct?
24. a) Cardiovascular health predicts depression.
25. b) Depression predicts cardiovascular health.
26. c) Cardiovascular health and depression are unrelated.
27. d) Cardiovascular health and depression predict each other.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

 

 

24. Jack reports being in a wonderful mood. He has been very active at work lately, even working far into the night, as he seems to need only a few hours of sleep at night. He is very talkative and quickly moves from one topic to another, describing a scheme he has for making a fortune in the stock market. These behaviors represent a change from Jack’s normal behaviors and have caused severe functional impairment. He reports no previous periods like this. Which of the following diagnoses would best fit Jack?
25. a) Overanxious disorder.
26. b) Dysthymic disorder.
27. c) Bipolar disorder.
28. d) Cyclothymic disorder.

 

Ans: c

Type: Applied

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Application

 

25. The DSM-5 recognizes which of the following forms of bipolar disorders?
26. a) Bipolar I and Bipolar II
27. b) Bipolar I, Bipolar II and Cyclothymia
28. c) Bipolar and Cyclothymia
29. d) Bipolar I, Bipolar II and Bipolar III

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

26. Which of the following statements is true?
27. a) All people who experience manic symptoms will experience symptoms of depression at some point during their lifetime.
28. b) An episode of depression is required for the diagnosis of Bipolar I.
29. c) An episode of depression is required for the diagnosis of Bipolar II.
30. d) Researchers often study triggers of manic and depressive episodes simultaneously.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

27. Flight of ideas refers to
28. a) delusional thinking.
29. b) suicidal thinking.
30. c) the thinking of a person with dementia.
31. d) rapid shifts in topics while speaking.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

28. To be diagnosed with bipolar I disorder, a person
29. a) must be currently experiencing manic symptoms.
30. b) must have experienced hypomanic symptoms as well as depressive symptoms at some point in their lifetime.
31. c) must have had at least one episode of mania at some point in their lifetime.
32. d) must have experienced at least one depressive episode.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

29. Which of the following best describes hypomania?
30. a) A type of mania that alternates with depression.
31. b) A type of mania more common in dysthymic patients.
32. c) A more severe form of mania.
33. d) A less severe form of mania.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

30. Which of the following is a chronic, milder form of bipolar disorder?
31. a) dysthymic disorder
32. b) cyclothymic disorder
33. c) manic-depression
34. d) hypomanic disorder

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

31. For a period of one week, Alan experienced episodes of extreme elation that caused significant functional impairment. Based on this information only, Alan was experiencing a
32. a) manic episode.
33. b) hypomanic episode.
34. c) depressive episode.
35. d) none of the above.

 

Ans: a

Type: Applied

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Application

 

32. Juan experiences symptoms of sad mood, increased sleep, agitation, poor appetite, and concentration difficulties most of the day. Julia, on the other hand, has symptoms of loss of interest in activities, lethargy, increased appetite, feelings of worthlessness, and recurrent thoughts of death. What can be concluded regarding Juan and Julia?
33. a) Both Juan and Julia have bipolar disorder
34. b) Juan has mania, whereas Julia has major depression.
35. c) Both have major depression.
36. d) Both have cyclothymic disorder.

 

Ans: c

Type: Applied

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Application

 

33. In the past year, John has had three depressive episodes and two manic episodes. Which of the following DSM-5 diagnoses would best fit John?
34. a) bipolar I disorder — rapid cycling specifier
35. b) bipolar II disorder — rapid cycling specifier
36. c) cyclothymia
37. d) major depressive disorder — rapid cycling specifier

 

Ans: a

Type: Applied

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Application

 

34. Which form of bipolar disorder is considered to be the most severe form of mental illness?
35. a) Bipolar I
36. b) Bipolar II
37. c) Cyclothymic Disorder
38. d) None of the above

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar DisordersDifficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

35. The DSM-5 criteria for cyclothymic disorder involves all of the following EXCEPT
36. a) it must have occurred for at least two years.
37. b) numerous periods with hypomanic symptoms.
38. c) numerous periods with depressive symptoms.
39. d) symptoms do not clear for more than six months at a time.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Bipolar Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of mania, the diagnostic criteria for bipolar disorders, and the epidemiology of bipolar disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

36. Which of the following statements is true?
37. a) There is a negative relationship between bipolar disorders and creativity.
38. b) There is a positive relationship between bipolar disorders and creativity.
39. c) Creativity causes improvements in mood.
40. d) Depression causes creative outbursts.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

37. Twin studies yield heritability estimates of __________ for major depressive disorder.
38. a) 37%
39. b) 85%
40. c) 25%
41. d) 70%

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

38. Which of the following disorders has the highest heritability estimates?
39. a) major depressive disorder
40. b) bipolar disorder
41. c) persistent depressive disorder
42. d) cyclothymia

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

39. Most researchers believe that
40. a) mood disorders are caused by a single gene that regulates mood.
41. b) mood disorders are caused by a set of genes.
42. c) mood disorders are caused by a dysregulation of norepinephrine.
43. d) mood disorders are caused by a single gene called N34.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

40. Norepinephrine and serotonin are __________ implicated in mood disorder etiology.
41. a) two parts of the autonomic nervous system
42. b) antidepressant medications
43. c) neurotransmitters
44. d) structures in the limbic system

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

41. Given the inconsistent evidence about levels of neurotransmitters in people with mood disorders, researchers have begun to focus research efforts on
42. a) whether specific levels of serotonin or dopamine are important.
43. b) understanding the types of people who have no disturbances in their absolute levels of neurotransmitters.
44. c) finding a new neurotransmitter.
45. d) the sensitivity of postsynaptic receptors.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

42. Which of the following statements is true?
43. a) Serotonin is used to lower dopamine levels.
44. b) People who are vulnerable to depression may have less sensitive serotonin receptors.
45. c) People who are vulnerable to depression may have highly sensitive serotonin receptors.
46. d) A person who has very sensitive serotonin receptors is expected to experience lots of depressive symptoms as their serotonin levels drop.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

43. In regards to depression, the amygdala
44. a) helps a person recall painful memories.
45. b) helps a person execute plans.
46. c) regulates heart rate.
47. d) helps a person assess how emotionally important a given stimulus is.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

44. Functional studies of people with major depression show
45. a) elevated activity in the amygdala.
46. b) decreased activity in the amygdala.
47. c) diminished volume in the prefrontal cortex.
48. d) diminished volume of the hippocampus.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

45. Pleasure, motivation, and energy decrease in depression and increase in mania. This suggests neurological changes in the
46. a) amygdala.
47. b) second messengers.
48. c) HPA axis.
49. d) reward system.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

46. In both animals and humans, too much cortisol appears to produce
47. a) Cushing’s syndrome.
48. b) manic symptoms.
49. c) depressive symptoms.
50. d) HPA axis activity.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

47. Among individuals who are depressed,
48. a) cortisol levels are often poorly regulated.
49. b) most have Cushing’s syndrome as well.
50. c) levels of dexamethasone are dysregulated.
51. d) All of the above are correct.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

48. Stressful life events
49. a) are only related to the first episode of depression.
50. b) are important in triggering episodes of depression.
51. c) play little role in the onset of depressive episodes.
52. d) mediate the relationship between genetics and environment.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

49. After a stressful life event, most people
50. a) become depressed.
51. b) will have another stressful life event.
52. c) do not become depressed.
53. d) experience a reduction in social support.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Knoweldge

 

50. Stressful life events appear to be a causal factor in depression, on the basis of research showing that
51. a) depressed people experience more losses of marriages and jobs.
52. b) many people report life stresses before they become depressed.
53. c) depression rates increase after major disasters.
54. d) lab induced stress leads to increased depression.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

51. People who are depressed most commonly have
52. a) just lost their job.
53. b) had a best friend die suddenly.
54. c) recently broken up with their partner.
55. d) low social support.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Knoweledge

 

52. Which of the following statements is true?
53. a) High levels of expressed emotion predict relapse in depression.
54. b) Depressive symptoms are usually a result of expressed emotion.
55. c) Symptoms of depression can create relationship problems.
56. d) People with depression often elicit positive reactions from people around them because they tend to keep to themselves.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

53. Research has demonstrated a relationship between __________ and depression, which is moderated by __________.
54. a) loss; IQ
55. b) life stress; social support
56. c) diet; exercise
57. d) overly optimistic cognitions; intelligence

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

54. Over time, people with depression typically experience
55. a) longer interactions than with people without depression.
56. b) remember even the smallest negative feedback about themselves.
57. c) the depressed person feeling less depressed.
58. d) more depression even if there is an effort to reduce the depression in the conversation.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorder

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

55. Which of the following personality traits has been most strongly associated with depression?
56. a) agreeableness
57. b) neuroticism
58. c) extraversion
59. d) avoidance

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

56. If Stephanie is characterized as a person high in neuroticism, she
57. a) is not likely to become depressed, but likely to become anxious.
58. b) is at elevated risk for developing depression.
59. c) is likely to experience low levels of anxiety, but high levels of depression.
60. d) is most likely clinically depressed.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Application

 

57. The depressive cognitive triad, according to Beck’s cognitive theory of depression, is
58. a) pessimistic views of self, world, and future.
59. b) negative beliefs about how things work in the world.
60. c) negative schemata triggered by negative life events.
61. d) distorted ways of reaching conclusions about events.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

58. In Beck’s theory, one form of cognitive bias leading to depression would be excessive attention toward
59. a) the past.
60. b) global disasters.
61. c) childhood sexual abuse.
62. d) negative feedback.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

59. According to hopelessness theory the most important trigger of depression is having attributions that are:
60. a) Stable and Specific.
61. b) Unstable and Global.
62. c) Unstable and Specific.
63. d) Stable and Global.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

60. Jill is seeking treatment for depression, which started after she ended a long-term relationship. Which of the following would be a global depressive attribution she might make?
61. a) “My relationships end badly because I get jealous and I drive them away.”
62. b) “There must be something wrong with me, because I always attract people who are wrong for me.”
63. c) “Sometimes I feel there is something the matter with me. Maybe I am not pretty enough.”
64. d) “My next relationship will likely be better.”

 

Ans: b

Type: Applied

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Application

 

61. Considering the etiology of depressive disorders, the latest evidence suggests that they are
62. a) neurobiological.
63. b) psychosocial.
64. c) both neurobiological and psychosocial.
65. d) mostly genetic.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

62. Research indicating that people with bipolar disorder describe themselves as very responsive to rewards may help explain why those with bipolar disorder are at increased risk for becoming manic after
63. a) life events involving goal attainment.
64. b) increasing the number of life needs.
65. c) deep depression.
66. d) receiving gifts.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

63. In bipolar disorder, depressive episodes are typically triggered by
64. a) similar factors as in major depression.
65. b) difficulty facing the seriousness of the disorder.
66. c) aftereffects of manic episodes.
67. d) neurological changes.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

64. In interpersonal psychotherapy, the focus of treatment is on examining
65. a) how the past is influencing the present.
66. b) cognitive biases in relationships.
67. c) current behaviors and how they interfere with relationships.
68. d) major interpersonal problems in current relationships.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

65. Studies suggest that interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT)
66. a) is relatively ineffective.
67. b) is comparable in its effectiveness to psychoanalysis.
68. c) is effective in relieving depression and preventing relapse.
69. d) is effective in treating depression, but fails to prevent relapse, especially in the elderly.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

66. Jolynn was experiencing major depression, and she went to a therapist who treated her with interpersonal therapy. Her therapist probably encouraged her to
67. a) confront her parents with her anger at them for neglecting her as a child.
68. b) keep a record of her moods over the course of the day and their relationship to the number of positive contacts she has with other people.
69. c) examine her own way of relating to others in her environment.
70. d) attempt to replace depressing memories with happy ones.

 

Ans: c

Type: Applied

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Application

 

67. Behavioral activation involves
68. a) increasing the number of meaningful relationships.
69. b) increasing one’s commitment to therapy.
70. c) increasing serotonin levels.
71. d) increasing the number of active, pleasurable experiences.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

 

 

68. Mindfulness-based therapy is adapted from
69. a) cognitive therapy.
70. b) IPT.
71. c) psychoanalysis.
72. d) behavioral therapy.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

69. Mindfulness-based therapy is
70. a) most effective for women.
71. b) most effective for people who have had just one major depressive episode.
72. c) most effective for people who experience recurrent depressive episodes.
73. d) as effective as treatment as usual.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

70. Across paradigms, treatment of mood disorders typically includes
71. a) psychoeducation.
72. b) cognitive therapy.
73. c) behavioral marital therapy.
74. d) behavioral activation.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

 

 

71. Recent trials of psychological treatment of bipolar disorder have shown that
72. a) only medication should be used to treat bipolar disorder.
73. b) several established treatments can help people with bipolar disorder stay on medication and avoid hospitalization.
74. c) these treatments only help with the highs (mania) and not the lows (depression).
75. d) these treatments work better in decreasing symptoms than medication.

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

72. In modern applications of electroconvulsive therapy, electrical current
73. a) is not used. Instead, convulsions are induced chemically.
74. b) is passed only through the frontal lobe.
75. c) is higher than in the past.
76. d) is passed through the non-dominant hemisphere.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Bloomcode: Knowledge

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

 

73. Jacob’s psychiatrist has recommended electroconvulsive shock therapy (ECT), and Jacob is debating whether to consent to this treatment. Which of the following risks should Jacob consider when making his decision?
74. a) bone fractures caused by the seizure
75. b) memory loss and confusion
76. c) developing a seizure disorder
77. d) permanent changes in brain structure

 

Ans: b

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Application

 

 

 

74. Electroconvulsive therapy
75. a) can be a highly effective in treating depression, especially depression with psychotic features.
76. b) is so risky that it is only reserved for people who are actively suicidal.
77. c) is no longer used in the treatment of depression.
78. d) is usually recommended if a person does not respond to SSRIs in the second week of treatment.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

75. Tricyclics (TCAs) and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) are
76. a) never used any more.
77. b) parts of the limbic system implicated in mood disorders.
78. c) neurotransmitters.
79. d) antidepressant medications.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

76. Given that antidepressant medications have been demonstrated to be effective, why are other treatments for depression still used?
77. a) The medication is effective only for the first few weeks of use.
78. b) Medication is effective in treating bipolar but not unipolar patients.
79. c) The medications are only effective for children and adolescents.
80. d) Patients often do not recover and relapse after they stop taking the medication.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

 

 

77. Which of the following is a major problem that remains in the use of medication for the treatment of depression?
78. a) Relapse after medication discontinuation.
79. b) Permanent memory loss associated with some medicines.
80. c) There is little effect upon negative attributions.
81. d) All of the above are problems in medication treatment.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

78. Medications as a treatment for depression
79. a) are no longer used, since psychotherapy has been demonstrated to be more effective.
80. b) are used almost exclusively, since they have been found to be superior to psychotherapy.
81. c) continue to be used despite evidence of ineffectiveness and serious side effects.
82. d) are used most effectively in conjunction with psychotherapy.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

79. Scott has bipolar disorder. Which medication is the most likely to be prescribed?
80. a) imipramine
81. b) lithium carbonate
82. c) an MAO inhibitor
83. d) fluoxetine (Prozac)

 

Ans: b

Type: Applied

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Application

 

 

 

80. If a psychiatrist chooses to prescribe an antidepressant to a person with bipolar disorder,
81. a) lithium can be stopped for the time he or she is taking the antidepressant, but must be resumed as soon as the antidepressant is stopped.
82. b) it should only be an SSRI.
83. c) it is crucial that a mood-stabilizing medication be prescribed as well.
84. d) it should only be a TCA.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

81. Which of the following is a problem with seeking psychiatric help from a primary care physician?
82. a) Primary care doctors only know how to prescribe SSRI’s.
83. b) Primary care doctors tend to overreact to psychopathology.
84. c) It is more expensive to obtain psychiatric help from a primary care doctor.
85. d) Primary care doctors often give medicine but are not trained to properly to diagnose episodes of depression.

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

82. Which of the following describes the relationship between depression and suicide?
83. a) Almost all people who commit suicide are depressed.
84. b) Almost all people who are depressed attempt suicide.
85. c) More than half of the people who attempt suicide are depressed at the time of the act.
86. d) Contrary to popular belief, there is no relationship between depression and suicide.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

 

 

83. In regard to suicide and gender, more __________ attempt suicide and more __________ actually kill themselves.
84. a) women; men
85. b) women; women
86. c) men; men
87. d) men; women

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Suicide

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Explain the epidemiology of suicide, the risk factors for suicide, and the methods for preventing suicide.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

84. Studies of the epidemiology of suicide suggest that
85. a) around 9% of people report suicidal ideation at one point in their life.
86. b) suicide rates decrease with age.
87. c) men are more likely to attempt suicide.
88. d) rates are lower among regular churchgoers.

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Suicide

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Explain the epidemiology of suicide, the risk factors for suicide, and the methods for preventing suicide.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

85. Studies suggest that suicide risk is
86. a) always due to social factors.
87. b) always due to environmental factors.
88. c) partially heritable.
89. d) caused by low levels of norepinephrine.

 

Ans: c

Type: Factual

Section ref: Suicide

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Explain the epidemiology of suicide, the risk factors for suicide, and the methods for preventing suicide.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

86. Lizzie has a depressive disorder. Which medication from the list below is NOT LIKELY to be prescribed?
87. a) imipramine
88. b) lithium carbonate
89. c) an MAO inhibitor
90. d) fluoxetine (Prozac)

 

Ans: b

Type: Applied

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Application

 

87. While many difficulties might get a person thinking about suicide, __________ seems to predict the switch from suicidal thoughts to suicidal actions.
88. a) impulsivity
89. b) mania
90. c) drug abuse
91. d) helplessness

 

Ans: a

Type: Factual

Section ref: Suicide

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Explain the epidemiology of suicide, the risk factors for suicide, and the methods for preventing suicide.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

88. All of the following are characteristics of Electo Convulsive Therapy EXCEPT
89. a) passing a current of 70-130-volt current through the patient’s brain
90. b) electrodes are placed on each side of the forehead
91. c) The patient is given a muscle relaxant
92. d) The patient is unconscious for the procedure

 

Ans: b

Type: Applied

Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Application

 

89. Which of the following characteristics is strongly tied to suicidality?
90. a) introversion
91. b) hostility and cynicism
92. c) ambivalence
93. d) hopelessness

 

Ans: d

Type: Factual

Section ref: Suicide

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Explain the epidemiology of suicide, the risk factors for suicide, and the methods for preventing suicide.

Bloomcode: Comprehension

 

90. Including symptoms of severe recurrent temper outbursts and persistent negative mood for at least 1 year beginning before age 10, _____________________ is a new diagnosis in the DSM-5.

 

1. a) Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
2. b) Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
3. c) Major Depressive Disorder
4. d) Persistent Depressive Disorder

 

Ans: a

Type: Knowledge

Section: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

91. In one prospective study, feelings of rejection and self-hatred preceded the behavior of _______________.

 

1. a) Suicidal self-injury
2. b) Nonsuicidal self-injury
3. c) Mania
4. d) None of the above

 

Ans:  b

Type: Knowledge

Section: Suicide

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Explain the epidemiology of suicide, the risk factors for suicide, and the methods for preventing suicide.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

92. The diagnosis of Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder should NOT be made when
93. a) there has ever been a manic episode lasting longer than one day.
94. b) there has never been a manic episode lasting longer than one day.
95. c) the temper outbursts are frequent and inconsistent with the child’s developmental level.
96. d) there is a family history of bipolar disorder.

 

Ans: a

Type: Application

Section: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Application

 

93. The symptoms of ____________ must occur most severely within the week before menses.
94. a) Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
95. b) Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
96. c) Perimenstrual Distress Disorder (PMDD)
97. d) Premenstrual Myalgia Syndrome (PMS)

 

Ans: a

Type: Knowledge

Section: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

94. The diagnosis of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder includes the criterion that
95. a) The symptoms must resolve completely within a few days of the onset of menses.
96. b) The symptoms must persist in similar severity from a few days before to a few days after the onset of menses.
97. c) The symptoms must be most severe during menses.
98. d) The symptom of self-depreciation must be present.

 

Ans: a

Type: Knowledge

Section: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

95. Which of the following symptoms differentiate Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder from Persistent Depressive Disorder?
96. a) Joint or muscle pain indicates Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder but not Persistent Depressive Disorder.
97. b) Depressive symptoms must persist for at least two years in Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder but not in Persistent Depressive Disorder.
98. c) Sleeping too much or too little is indicative of Persistent Depressive Disorder but not Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder.
99. d) The only distinction is in the timing and frequency of the symptoms.

 

Ans: a

Type: Analysis

Section: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: D Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

 

True/False

 

96. Joint or muscle pain is specifically excluded from the criteria for premenstrual dysphoric disorder.

 

1. a) True
2. b) False

 

Ans: False

Type: Knowledge

Section: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Easy

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Knowledge

 

 

Essay

 

97. Compare Beck’s cognitive theory of depression with hopelessness theories.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Evaluation

 

98. Describe the interpersonal therapy for depression, and ways it is distinct from, and similar to, cognitive therapy for depression.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders
Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Evaluation

 

99. Discuss genetic factors in the etiology of mood disorders.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

100. Discuss the role of neurotransmitters in the etiology of mood disorders. Be sure to include a discussion of the mixed findings within this area of research.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Synthesis

 

101. Discuss why researchers have linked certain symptoms of depression and mania to changes in the sensitivity of the reward system in the brain.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Clinical Descriptions and Epidemiology of Depressive Disorders

Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Describe the symptoms of depression, the diagnostic criteria for depressive disorders, and the epidemiology of the depressive disorders.

Bloomcode: Synthesis

 

102. Discuss the role of life events in depression.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

103. What is neuroticism? Discuss the role of neuroticism in relation to depression.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Etiology of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Discuss the genetic, neurobiological, social, and psychological factors that contribute to the mood disorders.

Bloomcode: Synthesis

 

104. Define ECT and discuss how it is used today. What are the pros and cons of undergoing this treatment?

 

Ans:
Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

105. Discuss the problems that can arise when individuals seek psychiatric help from primary care doctors.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Synthesis

 

106. Discuss the treatment options, and prognosis, for individuals with bipolar disorder.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Treatment of Mood Disorders

Difficulty: Medium

Learning Objective: Identify the medication and psychological treatments of mood disorders as well as the current views of electroconvulsive therapy.

Bloomcode: Analysis

 

107. Why do people commit suicide? Discuss several different explanations for suicide.

 

Ans:
Section ref: Suicide

Difficulty: Hard

Learning Objective: Explain the epidemiology of suicide, the risk factors for suicide, and the methods for preventing suicide.

Bloomcode: Synthesis