Question 1

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of the bystander effect?

Accepted Answer

A person is more likely to help a stranger in need when alone than when in a group.

Question 2

According to the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS), which stage is characterized by the body mobilizing resources to deal with a stressor?

Accepted Answer

Alarm stage

Question 3

A person who believes they have little control over stressful events in their life is most likely to experience which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Learned helplessness

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of using the central route to persuasion?

Accepted Answer

Carefully evaluating the logical arguments in a political debate before voting

Question 5

Which personality disorder is characterized by detachment from social relationships and a restricted range of emotional expression?

Accepted Answer

Schizoid Personality Disorder

Question 6

A person who experiences persistent, unwanted thoughts and feels compelled to perform repetitive behaviors is most likely suffering from which disorder?

Accepted Answer

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the main difference between explicit and implicit prejudice?

Accepted Answer

Explicit prejudice is conscious and openly expressed, while implicit prejudice is unconscious and automatic.

Question 8

Which of the following is a negative symptom of schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

Flat affect

Question 9

A person who is highly agreeable and has strong social support is likely to experience which of the following health outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Better physical health and faster recovery from illness

Question 10

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of social facilitation?

Accepted Answer

A student performs better on a math test when other students are watching.

Question 11

Which of the following is a key feature of the peripheral route to persuasion?

Accepted Answer

It relies on superficial cues such as attractiveness or credibility.

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of compensatory control theory in health?

Accepted Answer

A patient who feels powerless over their illness focuses on organizing their daily routine.

Question 13

Which of the following best describes the main function of antipsychotic medications?

Accepted Answer

They are used to manage symptoms of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.

Question 14

A person who experiences alternating periods of depression and mania is most likely to be diagnosed with which disorder?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar disorder

Question 15

Which of the following is a primary goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?

Accepted Answer

To help clients recognize and change negative thoughts and behaviors

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the main challenge of symptom overlap in diagnosing psychological disorders?

Accepted Answer

Different disorders may share similar symptoms, making it difficult to distinguish between them.

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of a negative health behavior associated with nicotine addiction?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease

Question 18

A person who experiences two or more distinct identities or personalities is most likely to be diagnosed with which disorder?

Accepted Answer

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the main purpose of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)?

Accepted Answer

To provide standardized criteria for diagnosing psychological disorders

Question 20

Which of the following therapies is most likely to use empathy and unconditional positive regard as core techniques?

Accepted Answer

Client-centered therapy (Carl Rogers)

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