Anthony is 32 years old, well above average in intelligence, and quite charming. He has swindled several older people out of their life savings, and he seems to have little feeling for his victims, nor does he fear the consequences of getting caught. His behavior is evidence of
antisocial personality disorder
Exhibiting two or more distinct and alternating personalities is a symptom of a(n)
dissociative identity disorder
Which of the following is a common misconception about anorexia nervosa?
-Those at risk for anorexia are not influenced by cultural factors.
-Anorexia is only a women's illness.
-Families of people with anorexia tend to be overprotective.
-People with anorexia may also be suffering from depression.
-People with anorexia are more likely to perceive themselves as overweight.
-Anorexia is only a women's illness
Professor Lindstrom emphasizes that eating disorders involve the interactive influence of mood, basal metabolic rates, and cultural standards of beauty. The professor's emphasis best illustrates
a biopsychosocial approach
Those with a narcissistic personality disorder are likely to be preoccupied with
their own self-importance
Personality disorders are best described as
inflexible and enduring behavior patterns that impair social functioning
The distinctive features used to identify the three clusters of personality disorders are
anxiety, eccentricity, and impulsivity
Rachel is convinced that her occasional headaches are caused by a malignant brain tumor. Although several physicians have assured her that she has no serious physical problem, Rachel continues to seek medical attention for a brain tumor. Her behavior provides an example of
illness anxiety disorder
Sixteen-year-old Jill loves ice cream and other rich foods, but she has become increasingly anxious about gaining too much weight. Jill frequently overeats and then intentionally vomits in an attempt to control her weight. Jill most clearly suffers from
bulimia nervosa
Experiencing physical symptoms, such as blindness or paralysis, that make no physiological sense is indicative of
conversion disorder
Dissociative disorders are most likely to be characterized by
disruptions in conscious awareness and sense of identity
Saul frequently feels like he has a lump in his throat that makes it difficult for him to speak or swallow. Medical examinations, however, indicate that there is no apparent physical cause for these symptoms. Saul appears to be suffering from a
somatic symptom disorder
A PET scan study of people with ___ found increased activity in the amygdala.
paranoia
Schizophrenia is associated with an excess of receptors for
dopamine
Seeing one-eyed monsters would be a(n) . ___ Believing that you are Christopher Columbus would be a ___
hallucination; delusion
Vigorous activity in the thalamus of schizophrenia patients has been found to be associated with
hearing voices
Schizophrenia that develops gradually over a long period of time is called ___ schizophrenia
chronic
Vigorous activity in the thalamus of schizophrenia patients has been found to be associated with
repetitive rocking motions
Although Mrs. Petrides usually sits passively in a motionless stupor, she sometimes repetitiously shakes her head or waves her arms. She most likely suffers from
catatonia
Positive symptoms of schizophrenia are the ___ of
inappropriate behaviors, and negative symptoms are the ___ of appropriate behaviors
presence; absence
The chances for recovery from schizophrenia are considered to be greatest when the disorder develops
rapidly in response to a stressful life situation
Research on the causes of schizophrenia strongly suggests that
there is a genetic predisposition to schizophrenia
Psychologists are LEAST likely to suggest that. contribute(s) to the development of schizophrenia
neglectful child-rearing practices
The prominent feature of mood disorders is the experience of
emotional extremes
A therapist believes that Chet is chronically depressed because he takes too little credit for his many achievements and assumes too much responsibility failures. The therapist's interpretation reflects a ___ perspective
social-cognitive
The risk of suicide is greatest when people
begin to rebound from their depression
In terms of neurotransmitter levels, depression is associated with
low norepinephrine levels and low serotonin levels
For the last month, Gabrielle has felt lethargic and has been unable to get out of bed in the morning. She has withdrawn from friends and family because she feels worthless and unlovable. Gabrielle is most likely suffering from
major depressive disorder
Groups that are most likely to hurt themselves by NSSI are
adolescent and young adults
Adults who are diagnosed with persistent depressive disorder (also called dysthymia) experience a mildly depressed mood more often than not for at least
two years
The experience of depression risk taking and ___ aggression
inhibits; inhibits
The number one reason people seek mental health services is
depression
After several weeks of feeling apathetic and dissatisfied with his life, Mark has suddenly become extremely cheerful and so talkative he can't be interrupted. He seems to need less sleep and becomes irritated when his friends tell him to slow down. Mark's behavior is indicative of
bipolar disorder
Two years after being brutally beaten and raped, Brianna still experiences jumpy anxiety, has trouble sleeping, and has vivid flashbacks of her assault. Brianna is most clearly showing signs of
post-traumatic stress disorder
The medical model of psychologically disordered behavior is most likely to be criticized for neglecting the importance of
social circumstances and psychological factors
According to the ___ perspective, anxiety is sometimes produced by the submerged mental energy associated with repressed impulses.
psychoanalytic
Kaylee is so afraid of spiders and insects that she avoids most outdoor activities and even refuses to go to the basement of her own house alone. Kaylee appears to suffer from a(n)
phobia
According to the medical model, psychological disorders are
sicknesses that need to be diagnosed and cured
DSM-5 is most likely to be criticized for
classifying an excessively broad range of human behaviors as psychologically disordered
If individuals expect someone labeled as mentally ill to be hostile, they may act in unfriendly ways that provoke that person to respond with hostility. This illustrates the dangers of
self-fulfilling prophecies
Repeatedly thinking about your own death is to ___ as repeatedly washing your hands is to ___
obsession; compulsion
Manuel is extremely shy and is so easily embarrassed when he is with other people that he often misses his college classes just to avoid social interactions. Manuel appears to suffer from a(n)
social anxiety disorder
Maladaptive behaviors that reduce worry and fear are most indicative of
an anxiety disorder
Episodes of intense dread that last for several minutes and are accompanied by shortness of breath, trembling, dizziness, or heart palpitations are most characteristic of a(n)
panic disorder
Using DSM-5 guidelines, two different clinicians are likely to give a specific patient the same diagnosis. This indicates that the DSM-5 is
reliable
Learning theorists have suggested that compulsive behaviors are
reinforced by anxiety reduction
Psychiatrists and psychologists label behavior as disordered when it is
maladaptive, distressful, and dysfunctional