Question 1

Sam washes his hands excessively due to anxiety about germs, experiencing distressing thoughts if he does not. Which disorder best fits Sam's symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Question 2

Jordan avoids leaving home and feels panicked in public places, relying on others for errands. Which diagnosis is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Agoraphobia

Question 3

Mia collects items to the point her home is cluttered and feels distress at the thought of discarding anything. Which disorder is she most likely experiencing?

Accepted Answer

Hoarding Disorder

Question 4

Tyler worries constantly about various aspects of his life, feels tense, and has trouble sleeping. Which diagnosis best fits Tyler's symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Question 5

Alex alternates between feeling invincible and energetic, and periods of hopelessness and inactivity. Which disorder is most likely?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar Disorder

Question 6

Priya hears voices and believes her neighbor is sending secret messages through the TV. Which diagnosis is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Schizophrenia

Question 7

Michael undergoes a medical procedure involving brief electrical stimulation of his brain under anesthesia for severe, treatment-resistant depression. What is this treatment called?

Accepted Answer

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

Question 8

Sofia’s therapist helps her explore childhood experiences and unconscious conflicts. Which therapeutic approach is being used?

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamic Therapy

Question 9

Emma is exposed to feared physical sensations in a controlled way to learn they aren’t dangerous. Which therapy technique is this?

Accepted Answer

Interoceptive Exposure

Question 10

Lucas uses mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation skills in therapy for self-destructive behaviors. Which therapy is he undergoing?

Accepted Answer

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Question 11

Mia’s therapist helps her identify, challenge, and replace persistent negative thoughts. Which therapy is this?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Question 12

Lena’s therapist gradually exposes her to flying, starting with imagining, then videos, then visiting an airport, and finally flying. What is this technique called?

Accepted Answer

Systematic Desensitization

Question 13

Mark’s therapist pairs smoking with a foul-tasting substance to reduce his urge to smoke. Which therapy technique is this?

Accepted Answer

Aversion Therapy

Question 14

Jasmine is immediately exposed to a dog to reduce her fear, rather than gradual exposure. Which technique is being used?

Accepted Answer

Flooding

Question 15

A charity representative first asks you to sign a petition, then requests a $20 donation. Which compliance technique is illustrated?

Accepted Answer

Foot-in-the-Door

Question 16

A car dealer offers a great price, then adds fees after the customer commits. Which compliance technique is this?

Accepted Answer

Lowball

Question 17

A teenager asks for a weekend trip, then requests to stay out an hour later after being denied. Which compliance technique is used?

Accepted Answer

Door-in-the-Face

Question 18

A salesperson offers a free sample, then asks you to buy a large bottle. Which compliance technique is this?

Accepted Answer

Reciprocity

Question 19

A nonprofit asks for $$500, then requests 20 $$after you decline. Which compliance technique is illustrated?

Accepted Answer

Door-in-the-Face

Question 20

A gym offers a $10/month membership, but later reveals extra fees for classes and locker access. Which compliance technique is this?

Accepted Answer

Lowball

Question 21

A police officer orders pedestrians to clear the sidewalk, and they comply immediately. Which social psychology phenomenon is this?

Accepted Answer

Obedience

Question 22

A teenager wears the same brand of shoes as their friends to fit in, despite not liking them. Which phenomenon is illustrated?

Accepted Answer

Conformity

Question 23

A shopper donates $5 at checkout after being asked by the cashier. Which social psychology phenomenon is this?

Accepted Answer

Compliance

Question 24

A soldier follows orders from their superior, even when they disagree. Which phenomenon is illustrated?

Accepted Answer

Obedience

Question 25

A group of coworkers all take lunch at the same time because most people do. Which social psychology phenomenon is this?

Accepted Answer

Conformity

Question 26

In a marketing meeting, the team quickly agrees on a risky campaign, ignoring concerns, leading to negative feedback. Which phenomenon is illustrated?

Accepted Answer

Groupthink

Question 27

A teacher tells a student to put away their phone, and the student complies immediately. Which phenomenon is this?

Accepted Answer

Obedience

Question 28

A person in an elevator turns to face the same direction as everyone else, even though it feels unnecessary. Which phenomenon is illustrated?

Accepted Answer

Conformity

Question 29

A friend asks to borrow $10, and you agree even though you weren’t planning to lend money. Which phenomenon is this?

Accepted Answer

Compliance

Question 30

A client with severe depression is treated with a procedure involving electrical stimulation under anesthesia. If the effectiveness of this treatment is measured by the reduction in depressive symptoms, which formula could be used to calculate the percentage improvement? $$	ext{Percentage Improvement} = \frac{	ext{Pre-treatment Score} - 	ext{Post-treatment Score}}{	ext{Pre-treatment Score}} 	imes 100$$ Which treatment is this, and what does the formula represent?

Accepted Answer

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT); the formula calculates the percentage reduction in symptoms.

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