General Awareness

Mental Health and Disorders

3,382 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

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

  1. Obsessions

  2. Compulsions

  3. Anxiety

  4. Increased self-esteem
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Increased self-esteem is not a common symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Multiple choice

The concept of addiction as a disease is a relatively recent development in Western culture. In many other cultures, addiction is seen as a:

  1. Moral failing

  2. Spiritual problem

  3. Mental illness

  4. Social problem
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In many cultures, addiction is seen as a social problem caused by factors such as poverty, inequality, and social isolation, rather than a disease or a moral failing.

Multiple choice

In some cultures, addiction is seen as a form of:

  1. Madness

  2. Possession by evil spirits

  3. A curse or punishment from God

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

In some cultures, addiction is seen as a form of madness, possession by evil spirits, or a curse or punishment from God, reflecting different cultural beliefs and understandings about the causes and nature of addiction.

Multiple choice

The concept of addiction as a chronic, relapsing disorder is a relatively new development in Western culture. In many other cultures, addiction is seen as a:

  1. Temporary condition

  2. Moral failing

  3. Spiritual problem

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In many cultures, addiction is seen as a temporary condition, a moral failing, or a spiritual problem, reflecting different cultural beliefs and understandings about the nature and course of addiction.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (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

All of the options listed are common symptoms of PTSD.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

  1. Obsessions

  2. Compulsions

  3. Anxiety

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the options listed are common symptoms of OCD.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common symptom of social anxiety disorder?

  1. Fear of being judged or embarrassed in social situations

  2. Avoiding social situations

  3. Physical symptoms such as blushing or sweating

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the options listed are common symptoms of social anxiety disorder.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a negative impact of social media on mental health?

  1. Increased feelings of isolation and loneliness

  2. Comparison to others and body image issues

  3. Cyberbullying and online harassment

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Social media can have negative impacts on mental health, including increased feelings of isolation, comparison to others, and cyberbullying.

Multiple choice

What is the most common mental health disorder among veterans?

  1. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  2. Depression

  3. Anxiety

  4. Bipolar disorder
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

PTSD is a mental health disorder that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event, such as combat.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Exposure to combat

  2. Childhood trauma

  3. Family history of mental illness

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above are risk factors for developing PTSD.

Multiple choice

What is the most common mental health disorder among military personnel?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. PTSD

  4. Bipolar disorder
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Depression is the most common mental health disorder among military personnel.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing depression in military personnel?

  1. Deployment to a combat zone

  2. Exposure to trauma

  3. Family history of depression

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above are risk factors for developing depression in military personnel.

Multiple choice

What is the most common anxiety disorder among military personnel?

  1. Generalized anxiety disorder

  2. Panic disorder

  3. Social anxiety disorder

  4. Post-traumatic stress disorder
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Generalized anxiety disorder is the most common anxiety disorder among military personnel.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing an anxiety disorder in military personnel?

  1. Deployment to a combat zone

  2. Exposure to trauma

  3. Family history of anxiety

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above are risk factors for developing an anxiety disorder in military personnel.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common mental health issue experienced by school-aged children and adolescents?

  1. Anxiety

  2. Depression

  3. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

  4. Eating disorders
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D Correct answer
Explanation

While anxiety, depression, and ADHD are common mental health issues experienced by school-aged children and adolescents, eating disorders are less prevalent in this population.