General Awareness

Mental Health and Disorders

3,443 Questions

Mental health and disorders cover psychological conditions, behavioral signs, and emotional challenges. These topics appear in general awareness, psychology, and social work exams. Use this guide to practice identifying various mental health conditions.

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Mental Health and Disorders Questions

Multiple choice

In "Eleanor & Park," what mental health issue does Eleanor Douglas struggle with?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  4. Bipolar disorder
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Eleanor Douglas, the protagonist of Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell, struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts.

Multiple choice

In "The Hate U Give," what mental health issue does Starr Carter struggle with?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  4. Bipolar disorder
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Starr Carter, the protagonist of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, struggles with PTSD after witnessing the police shooting of her unarmed friend.

Multiple choice

In "The Fault in Our Stars," what mental health issue does Hazel Grace Lancaster struggle with?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Cancer

  4. Bipolar disorder
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Hazel Grace Lancaster, the protagonist of The Fault in Our Stars by John Green, struggles with cancer.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common mental health concern among elderly people from diverse cultural backgrounds?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Dementia

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above options are common mental health concerns among elderly people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common spiritual concern among elderly people from diverse cultural backgrounds?

  1. Fear of death

  2. Guilt

  3. Shame

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above options are common spiritual concerns among elderly people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Multiple choice

Which emotion is commonly associated with feelings of anger, resentment, and frustration towards political opponents?

  1. Joy

  2. Sadness

  3. Fear

  4. Contempt
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Contempt is often associated with feelings of superiority and disdain towards others, and is commonly observed in political contexts where individuals feel their opponents are inferior or unworthy.

Multiple choice

Which emotion is commonly associated with feelings of anxiety, uncertainty, and apprehension in political contexts?

  1. Anger

  2. Fear

  3. Joy

  4. Sadness
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Fear is often associated with negative political experiences, such as feeling anxious about the future of one's country or feeling threatened by political opponents.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common trigger for relapse in substance abuse and addiction?

  1. Stressful life events.

  2. Exposure to drug-related cues.

  3. Social pressure.

  4. Positive emotions.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Stressful life events, exposure to drug-related cues, and social pressure are common triggers for relapse, while positive emotions are generally not considered to be triggers.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common psychological factor that affects military veterans?

  1. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  2. Depression

  3. Anxiety

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

PTSD, depression, and anxiety are all common psychological factors that can affect military veterans.

Multiple choice

What is the most common symptom of PTSD?

  1. Flashbacks

  2. Nightmares

  3. Avoidance of reminders of the trauma

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Flashbacks, nightmares, and avoidance of reminders of the trauma are all common symptoms of PTSD.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing PTSD?

  1. Exposure to combat

  2. Experiencing a traumatic event

  3. Having a history of mental illness

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Exposure to combat, experiencing a traumatic event, and having a history of mental illness are all risk factors for developing PTSD.

Multiple choice

What is the most common mental health disorder among young adults?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Bipolar Disorder

  4. Schizophrenia
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Depression is the most common mental health disorder among young adults, affecting approximately 1 in 5 individuals.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a sign that a young adult may be struggling with a mental health problem?

  1. Changes in mood or behavior

  2. Difficulty sleeping or concentrating

  3. Loss of interest in activities

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Changes in mood or behavior, difficulty sleeping or concentrating, and loss of interest in activities are all signs that a young adult may be struggling with a mental health problem.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the psychological state of a character who is unable to make a decision or take action due to conflicting emotions or motivations?

  1. Ambivalence

  2. Apathy

  3. Anxiety

  4. Depression
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Ambivalence is the state of having two or more conflicting emotions or motivations, which can lead to indecision or inaction.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the psychological state of a character who is unable to remember important personal information or events?

  1. Amnesia

  2. Dissociation

  3. Fugue state

  4. Repression
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Amnesia is the term used to describe the psychological state of a character who is unable to remember important personal information or events.