Question 1

Which of the following best describes the 'biopsychosocial model' for understanding mental disorders?

Accepted Answer

It integrates biological, psychological, and social factors to explain mental disorders.

Question 2

Which historical treatment for mental illness involved the belief that evil spirits caused abnormal behavior?

Accepted Answer

Exorcism

Question 3

A person with Borderline Personality Disorder is most likely to experience which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Intense emotional swings and unstable relationships

Question 4

Which of the following is a key criticism of the DSM-5’s expansion of mental disorder diagnoses?

Accepted Answer

It is driven by the insurance industry and may lead to over-treatment of healthy people.

Question 5

Which neurotransmitter is most closely linked to the positive symptoms of schizophrenia, such as hallucinations?

Accepted Answer

Dopamine

Question 6

According to the Canadian Criminal Code, a person can be found NCRMD (Not Criminally Responsible by Reason of Mental Disorder) if:

Accepted Answer

They were suffering from a mental disorder and could not appreciate the nature and quality of the act or know it was wrong.

Question 7

Which of the following is a culture-bound syndrome described in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Taijin Kyofusho (TKS)

Question 8

Which of the following best illustrates the diathesis-stress model of depression?

Accepted Answer

Depression results from a combination of genetic vulnerability and exposure to stressful life events.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of major depressive disorder?

Accepted Answer

Periods of mania

Question 10

Which of the following statements about the insanity defense (NCRMD) is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Most NCRMD cases are non-violent and result in longer institutionalization than a prison sentence would.

Question 11

Which of the following is a possible outcome for a person found NCRMD in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Absolute discharge if they pose no significant threat to society

Question 12

Which of the following is a negative symptom of schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

Social withdrawal

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the effect of deinstitutionalization in North America?

Accepted Answer

It resulted in many former patients ending up in jails, homeless shelters, or without adequate care.

Question 14

Which of the following is a common misconception about people found NCRMD?

Accepted Answer

Most NCRMD cases are non-violent and recidivism rates are not higher than the general population.

Question 15

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing schizophrenia according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Prenatal environmental stress

Question 16

Which of the following is a symptom of panic disorder?

Accepted Answer

Brief, intense episodes of extreme fear with physical symptoms

Question 17

Which of the following is a real-world consequence of solitary confinement in prisons?

Accepted Answer

Profound psychological harm, including hallucinations and suicidal tendencies

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the difference between obsessions and compulsions in OCD?

Accepted Answer

Obsessions are persistent, unwanted thoughts; compulsions are ritualistic acts to reduce distress.

Question 19

Which of the following is a feature of antisocial personality disorder (APD)?

Accepted Answer

Profound lack of empathy and disregard for others’ rights

Question 20

Which of the following is a possible explanation for the increase in ADHD diagnoses in North America?

Accepted Answer

Medicating a normal range of childhood behavior

Psychological Disorders: Historical Perspectives, Diagnosis, and the Justice System

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