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What is the median age of onset for panic disorder?

Mid-teens
20 to 24 years (correct)
30 to 35 years
40 years and older

Which demographic is more likely to suffer from agoraphobia?

Men
Elderly
Children
Women (correct)

What is a common psychological vulnerability in individuals with panic disorder?

Interpreting normal sensations as dangerous (correct)
Failure to cope with stress
Neglect of dietary habits
Avoidance of social situations

What time of night are panic attacks most likely to occur?

1:30 a.m. to 3:30 a.m. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which class of medications is often used to treat panic disorder?

Selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (C) Signup and view all the answers

What has been suggested as a psychodynamic cause for the development of panic disorder and agoraphobia?

Early object loss and separation anxiety (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does the cultural aspect influence the reporting of panic disorder symptoms?

Women are generally more accepted to report fear. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one psychological theory about the cause of anxiety disorders?

Anxiety results from early classical conditioning. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of people with panic disorder have experienced nocturnal attacks?

60% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of patients with panic disorder have reportedly attempted suicide according to the study?

20% (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is associated with panic attacks according to the DSM-5?

Certain medical conditions such as cardio and gastrointestinal disorders (C) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) more prominently than panic disorder?

Excessive anxiety and worry for more than 6 months (D) Signup and view all the answers

How might a secure home environment impact a child's development in relation to anxiety?

Helps develop a healthy sense of control. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which demographic is most commonly affected by Generalized Anxiety Disorder according to clinical samples?

Primarily females. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What physical symptoms can be associated with panic disorder?

Palpitations, perspiration, and trembling. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What role do stressful life events play in relation to anxiety disorders?

They trigger vulnerabilities to anxiety. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant predictor of suicidal attempts in individuals with PTSD?

Intensity of exposure to assaultive violence (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is suggested to increase the risk of developing PTSD after a traumatic event?

Minimal education (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which neurobiological system is indicated to be involved in PTSD?

Hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenocortical (HPA) axis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What coping strategy is associated with a lower likelihood of developing PTSD after trauma?

Active problem solving (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of psychoanalytic therapy in the context of trauma?

Reliving emotional trauma (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which gene characteristic is associated with an increased probability of depression, relevant to PTSD?

Two short alleles (SS) (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does support from loved ones affect children during stress, according to the studies?

It reduces cortisol secretion (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the systematic process of processing trauma and associated emotions in therapy?

Imaginal exposure (C) Signup and view all the answers

What primary treatment approach is often recommended to prevent future episodes of mood disorders?

Therapeutic resolution of distressing situations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining characteristic of a major depressive episode according to the DSM-5?

It presents with severe cognitive and physical symptoms (C) Signup and view all the answers

During therapy for those experiencing fugue states, what method is often used to help patients recall their memories?

Hypnosis and help from friends or family (B) Signup and view all the answers

What types of symptoms are considered central indicators of a major depressive episode?

Physical changes including altered sleeping and appetite (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the classification of mood disorders change with the publication of the DSM-III?

They were broadly categorized under mood disorders (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment method is considered effective in accessing traumatic memories during therapy?

Hypnosis and benzodiazepines (D) Signup and view all the answers

What physical symptoms are typically associated with a major depressive episode?

Significant weight changes and sleep disturbances (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role does hypnosis play in the treatment of dissociative disorders?

It can help bring various alters into awareness (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern in illness anxiety disorder?

Worrying about developing a serious disease (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential mechanism through which exercise may contribute to successful psychological treatments for depression?

Increases neurogenesis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes somatic symptom disorder from illness anxiety disorder?

Severe physical symptoms are experienced (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common comorbidity with somatic symptom disorders?

Anxiety or mood disorders (D) Signup and view all the answers

What concept describes the perception of having no control over stressors in one's life, leading to anxiety and depression?

Learned helplessness theory (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following refers to attributing negative events to personal failings, which is a characteristic of the depressive attributional style?

Internal attribution (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is 'disease conviction' related to illness anxiety disorder?

It is a core feature indicating belief in illness (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of arbitrary inference in a depressed individual?

Feeling responsible for two students falling asleep in class (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated prevalence of illness anxiety disorder?

1% to 5% (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of overgeneralization in a depressed person's thinking?

Assuming one failure leads to future failures (C) Signup and view all the answers

At what stage in life does illness anxiety disorder typically onset?

During adolescence (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of symptoms do patients with panic disorder primarily fear?

Immediate symptoms during panic attacks (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was one major event that could contribute to the onset of depression?

Graduating from college and starting a career (B) Signup and view all the answers

In depression, how does a stable attribution work?

Attributing negative events to ongoing personal failings (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which group of individuals primarily seeks medical attention in both illness anxiety disorder and somatic symptom disorder?

Family physicians (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to Aaron T. Beck, what thinking pattern is common among depressed individuals?

They engage in negative interpretations of everyday events (B) Signup and view all the answers

Teen Smoking & Anxiety

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Freud's Anxiety Theory

Freud believed anxiety arises from the reactivation of childhood fears.