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A _____ disorder is a set of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral…
A _____ disorder is a set of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that are significantly distressing and disabling.
Group of answer choices
chemical
behavioral
psychological
physiological
Flag question: Question 2Question 22 pts
According to the textbook, “deinstitutionalization was made possible by the introduction of medications that reduced some symptoms of severe psychological disorders.” In other words, advances in _____ therapy paved the way for deinstitutionalization.
Group of answer choices
biomedical
insight
behavioral
psychodynamic
Flag question: Question 3Question 32 pts
An excess of the neurotransmitter _____ has long been associated with schizophrenia.
Group of answer choices
glutamate
serotonin
GABA
dopamine
Flag question: Question 4Question 42 pts
Behavior therapists often treat phobias by using:
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behavior modification.
rational-emotive behavior therapy.
systematic desensitization.
aversion therapy.
Flag question: Question 5Question 52 pts
Biomedical therapies do NOT include:
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electroconvulsive therapy.
psychopharmacology.
behavior therapy.
neurosurgery.
Flag question: Question 6Question 62 pts
Carrie has had trouble sleeping for the past two weeks. She has no energy and feels “blue.” Carrie may be suffering from:
Group of answer choices
schizophrenia.
generalized anxiety disorder.
major depressive disorder.
obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Flag question: Question 7Question 72 pts
Classic experimental studies of conformity were conducted in the 1950s by:
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Festinger.
Zimbardo.
Milgram.
Asch.
Flag question: Question 8Question 82 pts
Classic films such as Sybil and The Three Faces of Eve as well as the recent television series United States of Tara focused on a disorder called _____ in which an individual presents several distinct personalities.
Group of answer choices
schizophrenia
dissociative identity disorder
histrionic personality disorder
dissociative fugue
Flag question: Question 9Question 92 pts
Dramatic mood swings are characteristic of a condition known as _____ disorder.
Group of answer choices
major depressive
bipolar
obsessive-compulsive
dissociative identity
Flag question: Question 10Question 102 pts
For social phobia and generalized anxiety disorder, _____ therapy appears superior to _____ therapy.
Group of answer choices
exposure; cognitive behavioral
cognitive; rational-emotive behavior
rational-emotive behavior; cognitive
cognitive behavioral; exposure
Flag question: Question 11Question 112 pts
Gloria is a real “diva”: She expects special treatment from others but completely disregards others’ feelings. Gloria may have _____ personality disorder.
Group of answer choices
borderline
antisocial
narcissistic
paranoid
Flag question: Question 12Question 122 pts
Group therapy is the preferred treatment approach for:
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schizophrenia.
personality disorders.
specific phobias.
interpersonal problems.
Flag question: Question 13Question 132 pts
Holding hostile or negative attitudes toward an individual or a group is called:
Group of answer choices
ethnocentrism.
discrimination.
stereotyping.
prejudice.
Flag question: Question 14Question 142 pts
Implanting an electrode that supplies a weak electrical current to specific brain areas is called _____. It is useful in the treatment of _____.
Group of answer choices
electroconvulsive therapy; depression
electroconvulsive therapy; schizophrenia
deep brain stimulation; depression
deep brain stimulation; schizophrenia
Flag question: Question 15Question 152 pts
In Asch’s conformity studies, participants were less likely to conform when:
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the task was viewed as difficult.
there was at least one dissenter in the group.
participants had to give their responses publicly.
the group was unanimous.
Flag question: Question 16Question 162 pts
In _____ disorder, an individual experiences sudden, intense fear or discomfort.
Group of answer choices
obsessive-compulsive
panic
generalized anxiety
social anxiety
Flag question: Question 17Question 172 pts
In a state where same-sex marriage is legal, a bakery refuses to make cakes for same-sex couples. This is BEST seen as an example of:
Group of answer choices
ethnocentrism.
discrimination.
stereotyping.
prejudice.
Flag question: Question 18Question 182 pts
In any given year, the most common type of psychological disorder is:
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mood disorders.
anxiety disorders.
schizophrenia.
substance disorders.
Flag question: Question 19Question 192 pts
In the Stanford Prison Study, participants were randomly assigned to be prisoners and guards in the experiment. The guards wore khaki prison uniforms, carried night sticks, and wore sunglasses, while the prisoners wore prison garb with their prison numbers on the back. These costumes signified the participants’ social:
Group of answer choices
roles.
schemas.
identities.
norm.
Flag question: Question 20Question 202 pts
Jenny has just finished describing one of her dreams to her therapist. Her therapist tells her to say anything and everything that comes to her mind. Jenny’s therapist is using the technique of:
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free association.
transference.
interpretation.
active listening.
Flag question: Question 21Question 212 pts
Kelley is currently being treated for severe major depression. She is MOST likely to be prescribed a(n):
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monoamine oxidase inhibitor.
tricyclic.
selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.
atypical antipsychotic.
Flag question: Question 22Question 222 pts
Obedience refers to a(n):
Group of answer choices
intentional attempt to change others’ attitudes or behaviors.
change in behaviors or attitudes to match those of other people.
change in behavior in response to a command by an authority figure.
voluntary change in behavior in response to a request by an individual with no true authority.
Flag question: Question 23Question 232 pts
People who suffer from _____ disorder are so preoccupied by unwanted repetitive thoughts and/or actions that they are unable to function in their daily lives.
Group of answer choices
obsessive-compulsive
bipolar
dissociative identity
generalized anxiety
Flag question: Question 24Question 242 pts
People with _____ disorders display rigid, unusual behavior patterns that impair functioning.
Group of answer choices
anxiety
dissociative
personality
depressive
Flag question: Question 25Question 252 pts
Schizophrenia:
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is more likely to affect men than women.
is more likely to affect women than men.
affects men earlier in life than it does women.
affects women earlier in life than it does men.
Flag question: Question 26Question 262 pts
Some people lose self-awareness and self-restraint during a large sporting event or mob action. This is known as:
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risky shift.
groupthink.
social facilitation.
deindividuation.
Flag question: Question 27Question 272 pts
The aim of _____ therapy is to replace maladaptive behaviors by applying learning principles.
Group of answer choices
biomedical
psychodynamic
behavior
cognitive
Flag question: Question 28Question 282 pts
The classic “shock” study of obedience is associated with:
Group of answer choices
Zimbardo.
Asch.
Milgram.
Sternberg.
Flag question: Question 29Question 292 pts
The influential “prison” study of the power of social roles was conducted by:
Group of answer choices
Asch.
Milgram.
Zimbardo.
Festinger.
Flag question: Question 30Question 302 pts
The motivation to help others with no expectation of a return is called:
Group of answer choices
empathy.
prosocial behavior.
compliance.
altruism.
Flag question: Question 31Question 312 pts
The primary purpose of the DSM-5 is to provide:
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descriptions of disorders.
recommendations for treatment of disorders.
explanations of the causes of disorders.
the frequency with which disorders occur.
Flag question: Question 32Question 322 pts
The subfield in which psychological disorders are studied is generally known as _____ psychology.
Group of answer choices
cognitive
developmental
medical
abnormal
Flag question: Question 33Question 332 pts
The tendency to modify one’s attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs to match those of others is called:
Group of answer choices
obedience.
persuasion.
compliance.
conformity.
Flag question: Question 34Question 342 pts
The term _____ refers to the causes of psychological disorders.
Group of answer choices
symptomology
etiology
prognosis
prevalence
Flag question: Question 35Question 352 pts
The textbook states that people often enter a psychiatric ward or hospital when they experience a psychotic episode. Based on this information, hospitalization is probably MOST likely for individuals suffering from:
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major depression.
panic disorder.
schizophrenia.
a personality disorder.
Flag question: Question 36Question 362 pts
The therapist MOST closely associated with the humanistic movement is:
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Aaron Beck.
Albert Ellis.
Carl Rogers.
Sigmund Freud.
Flag question: Question 37Question 372 pts
The triangular model of love was proposed by:
Group of answer choices
Milgram.
Zimbardo.
Festinger.
Sternberg.
Flag question: Question 38Question 382 pts
These days, Adam is sleeping very little. He seems full of energy and enthusiasm. His extreme optimism has led him to take foolish risks. He lost a lot of money, for instance, betting on a horse that he was sure would win. Adam may be in a _____ state.
Group of answer choices
dissociative
manic
schizophrenic
fugue
Flag question: Question 39Question 392 pts
When people’s attitudes clash with their behavior, they experience a state of psychological tension called:
Group of answer choices
deindividuation.
the door-in-the-face effect.
cognitive dissonance.
the fundamental attribution error.
Flag question: Question 40Question 402 pts
Which approach to psychological therapy is correctly defined?
Group of answer choices
psychoanalysis – uses learning principles to replace maladaptive patterns
behavior therapy – seeks to change maladaptive thought patterns
humanistic therapy – emphasizes positive growth
cognitive therapy – seeks to increase awareness of unconscious conflicts
Flag question: Question 41Question 412 pts
Which psychological disorder is NOT universal?
Group of answer choices
depression
koro
schizophrenia
bipolar disorder
Flag question: Question 42Question 422 pts
Which statement BEST expresses the relationship between the diathesis-stress model of psychological disorders and the biopsychosocial perspective?
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The diathesis-stress model reflects the biopsychosocial perspective.
The diathesis-stress model is an alternative to the biopsychosocial perspective.
The diathesis-stress model has replaced the biopsychosocial perspective.
The diathesis-stress model opposes the biopsychosocial perspective.
Flag question: Question 43Question 432 pts
_____ is characterized by excessive worry and unease concerning multiple aspects of life.
Group of answer choices
Generalized anxiety disorder
Social anxiety disorder
Panic disorder
Specific phobia
Flag question: Question 44Question 442 pts
_____ is used to treat phobias by presenting clients with the feared objects or situations in a no-risk context.
Group of answer choices
Behavior modification
Exposure
Systematic desensitization
Aversion therapy
Flag question: Question 45Question 452 pts
_____ psychologists investigate human cognition, emotion, and behavior in relation to other people.
Group of answer choices
Developmental
Cognitive
Social
Personality
Flag question: Question 46Question 462 pts
_____ refers to the occurrence of two or more psychological disorders at the same time.
Group of answer choices
Etiology
Prevalence
Prognosis
Comorbidity
Flag question: Question 47Question 472 pts
_____ therapies aim to increase awareness of one’s self and environment.
Group of answer choices
Biomedical
Eclectic
Insight
Behavioral
Flag question: Question 48Question 482 pts
______ disorders are characterized by extreme apprehension and debilitating fears.
Group of answer choices
Anxiety
Depressive
Dissociative
Personality
Flag question: Question 49Question 492 pts
______ is more colloquially known as “talk therapy.”
Group of answer choices
Psychodynamic therapy
Behavior therapy
Biomedical therapy
Psychotherapy
Flag question: Question 50Question 502 pts
______ refer(s) to the inferences people make about other people based upon their group memberships.
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Attributions
Discrimination
Appraisals
Stereotypes
