Abnormal Psychology

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Which of the following is a common symptom of schizophrenia?

  • Bipolar disorder
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder
  • Hallucinations (correct)
  • Generalized anxiety disorder

What is the definition of abnormal psychology?

  • The study of unusual mental disorders
  • The study of mental disorders that deviate from cultural norms (correct)
  • The study of mental disorders that are difficult to diagnose
  • The study of mental disorders that are rare

What is the difference between a phobia and anxiety disorder?

  • A phobia is a specific fear of a certain object or situation, while anxiety disorder is a general feeling of fear or worry (correct)
  • A phobia is a fear of social situations, while anxiety disorder is a fear of enclosed spaces
  • A phobia is a fear of death, while anxiety disorder is a fear of illness
  • A phobia is a general feeling of fear or worry, while anxiety disorder is a specific fear of a certain object or situation

Which of the following is an example of an anxiety disorder?

<p>Obsessive-compulsive disorder (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an accurate definition of abnormal psychology?

<p>The study of mental disorders that are considered deviant or atypical (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common symptom of major depressive disorder (MDD)?

<p>Loss of interest or pleasure in activities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a delusion and a hallucination?

<p>A delusion is a false belief, while a hallucination is a false perception (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a panic attack and a generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

<p>Panic attacks are sudden and intense, while GAD is characterized by persistent worry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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