Week 2

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What is the primary feature of anxiety disorders?

Reduced muscle tension

Intense, disproportionate anxiety (correct)

Lack of bodily symptoms

Absence of fear

Decreased respiration rate

Which survey found that 45% of Australians experience a mental disorder in their lifetime?

The Global Mental Health Survey

The Australian Mental Health Census

The Australian Bureau of Statistics Report

The National Survey of Mental Health and Wellbeing (correct)

The Mission Australia Survey

Which model describes fear as a 'true alarm' response to danger?

Cannon's Fight or Flight Response

The Fight or Flight Model

The True Alarm Model (correct)

The Double Vulnerability Model

Barlow's Triple Vulnerability Model

Barlow's Triple Vulnerability Model includes all except:

Social environmental vulnerability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not one of the diagnostic criteria for specific phobias according to DSM-5?

Fear is restricted to social situations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a subtype of specific phobia?

Social interaction Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is characterized by recurrent unexpected panic attacks?

Panic disorder Signup and view all the answers

The DSM-5 specifies that agoraphobia must involve anxiety about how many situations?

Two Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a symptom of a panic attack?

Euphoria Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a common component of cognitive-behavioral therapy for anxiety disorders?

Medication management Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is incorrect about social anxiety disorder?

It always develops in adulthood Signup and view all the answers

Which therapy technique involves confronting feared stimuli in real life?

In vivo exposure Signup and view all the answers

Generalised anxiety disorder is characterized by:

Worry about a wide range of events Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a symptom associated with generalised anxiety disorder?

Euphoria Signup and view all the answers

Which is true about the epidemiology of social anxiety disorder?

It often begins before the age of 12 Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a treatment for panic disorder?

Herbal supplements Signup and view all the answers

Generalised anxiety disorder involves excessive worry about only one specific area.

False Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of individuals with anxiety disorders seek treatment?

70% Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder involves fear of being in places where escape might be difficult?

Agoraphobia Signup and view all the answers

The nature of anxiety disorders includes all except:

Emotional numbness Signup and view all the answers

According to the DSM-5, specific phobia must involve a fear that is:

Persistent and intense Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about the triple vulnerability model?

It involves biological, generalised psychological, and specific psychological vulnerabilities Signup and view all the answers

Double Negative: It is not uncommon for individuals with social anxiety disorder to not seek treatment for:

Fear of public speaking Signup and view all the answers

Which is a common technique used in CBT for anxiety disorders?

Relaxation exercises Signup and view all the answers

Which is a key characteristic of panic disorder?

Recurrent panic attacks Signup and view all the answers

Double Negative: Generalised anxiety disorder is not characterized by a lack of:

Worry Signup and view all the answers

Which is a biological factor associated with anxiety disorders?

Genetic predisposition Signup and view all the answers

Double Negative: It is not unusual for specific phobias to not involve:

Fear of social situations Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is least likely to contribute to social anxiety disorder?

Positive self-esteem Signup and view all the answers

Which is true about the treatment of specific phobias?

Exposure therapy is highly effective Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anxiety Disorders Overview

Primary feature of anxiety disorders is intense, disproportionate anxiety.
Characterized by bodily symptoms like increased heart rate, sweating, or trembling.
Cognitive symptoms include excessive worry and negative thought patterns.

Prevalence and Surveys

45% of Australians experience a mental disorder in their lifetime as reported by the National Survey of Mental Health and Wellbeing.

Fear and Models

True Alarm Model describes fear as a true alarm response to danger.
Barlow's Triple Vulnerability Model includes generalized biological vulnerability, specific psychological vulnerability, and generalized psychological vulnerability. Social environmental vulnerability is not included.

Specific Phobias

Diagnostic criteria for specific phobias include marked, disproportionate fear, emotional disruption, and a duration of at least six months. Fear should not be restricted to social situations.
Subtypes of specific phobia include animal, natural environment, blood-injection-injury, and situational. Social interaction is not a subtype.

Panic Disorder

Characterized by recurrent unexpected panic attacks.
Symptoms of a panic attack do not include euphoria. Common symptoms include sweating, choking sensation, and shortness of breath.

Agoraphobia

Diagnosis requires anxiety about two or more situations, such as being in crowds or open spaces.
Involves fear of being in places where escape might be difficult.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Common components include psychoeducation, exposure therapy, cognitive restructuring, and relaxation training. Medication management is not typically included.
CBT is effective for various anxiety disorders, including social anxiety disorder, which involves marked fear in social situations and fear of negative evaluation.

Treatment Techniques

In vivo exposure involves confronting feared stimuli in real life.
Exposure therapy is considered highly effective for specific phobias. Medication is not the primary treatment for specific phobias.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Defined by worry about a wide range of events, not just one specific area.
Symptoms associated with GAD include muscle tension, sleep problems, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. Euphoria is not a symptom.

Often begins before age 12 and can go untreated; is more prevalent in women than men.
Factors contributing to social anxiety disorder include excessive parental criticism and cognitive distortions. Positive self-esteem is less likely to contribute.

Treatment Options

Treatments for panic disorder include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, benzodiazepines, and exposure therapy; herbal supplements are not commonly used.
True statements about the treatment of specific phobias emphasize the effectiveness of exposure therapy, while cognitive-behavioral therapy is effective and widely used.

General Insights

Anxiety disorders involve cognitive, emotional, and behavioral symptoms, with perceptions of threat being common.
A genetic predisposition may be a biological factor associated with anxiety disorders.

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Test your knowledge on anxiety disorders, including their primary features, symptoms, and prevalence. Explore various models of fear and diagnostic criteria for specific phobias. This quiz covers essential concepts and statistics related to anxiety and mental health.