40 Questions
According to biological theory, what is the role of genetics in anxiety?
Genetics tend to run in families but families share both genes and environment
Which neurotransmitter is known to increase anxiety according to biological theory?
Serotonin
Based on personality/temperament theory, what personality type predicts the development of an anxiety disorder?
Shy and inhibited
How does psychoanalytic theory explain the occurrence of anxiety?
Anxiety occurs when repressed thoughts and emotions resurface
According to behavioral theory, how can anxiety be learned?
Anxiety is learned through observing others' fear
'Agoraphobia' is characterized by a fear of:
Crowded places and public transport
What is a key characteristic of major depression described in the text?
Impaired ability to concentrate or make decisions
Which of the following is NOT a potential physical symptom of major depression according to the text?
Increased libido
What is a common cognitive characteristic of individuals experiencing major depression based on the text?
Tendency to engage in catastrophic thinking
Which factor can potentially improve the prognosis of major depression according to the information provided?
Adherence to medication regime and therapy
What differentiates bipolar disorder from major depression according to the text?
Episodes of mania in bipolar disorder
During a manic episode, individuals with bipolar disorder may experience all EXCEPT which of the following symptoms?
Decreased energy levels
What percentage of the population is affected by depression?
20%
How many subcategories of mood disorders are mentioned in the text?
Two
What percentage of adolescents experience depression worthy of treatment?
5%
Which gender is twice as likely to suffer from depression according to the text?
Women
What percentage of clients with major depression commit suicide according to the text?
15%
Which system is NOT mentioned as being affected by depression in the text?
Respiratory system
Which of the following symptoms is NOT characteristic of hypomania?
Feeling tired and fatigued throughout the day
What is a key feature that differentiates cyclothymia from bipolar disorder?
Presence of manic episodes
Which of the following is NOT listed as a stage in the stress theory described in the text?
Anxiety
What is the age range where onset of bipolar disorder typically occurs according to the text?
Early 20s
Which factor is attributed to a higher incidence of non-compliance and suicide in bipolar clients?
Genetic link
What is a common physical response when individuals experience anxiety according to the text?
Increased heart rate and sweating
What is a key element necessary for the diagnosis of a phobia?
Persistent irrational fear
In social phobia, individuals may cope by:
Limiting their actions in front of others
What is a common obsession in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Need for things to be in order
Which of the following events could trigger Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
Experiencing violent personal assault
What is a distinguishing feature of Panic Disorder?
Manifests with or without agoraphobia
'Recurrences of intrusive recollections' is a characteristic symptom of which disorder?
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
What is a common feature associated with PTSD?
Loss of employment
Which treatment approach helps people develop new ways of thinking about anxiety?
Cognitive behavioural therapy
In what way does nursing care play a role when working with clients who have an anxiety disorder?
Supporting clients by enhancing problem-solving skills
What is NOT a method mentioned for reducing symptoms of anxiety?
Isolation
What is an important part of helping clients recovering psychologically after trauma?
Managing client's distress
Which approach can help reduce symptoms of anxiety over time?
Exposure therapy and desensitization
What should the nurse focus on when working with clients who have an anxiety disorder?
Promoting helpful thinking
Which method is NOT used in the treatment of anxiety disorders?
"Sedation"
What is an example of a less stressful environment that can help individuals with anxiety?
Friendly and relaxed staff
What is one reason why medication is sometimes used in treating anxiety?
To control high anxiety levels
Explore the origins of anxiety according to biological factors such as genetics and neurochemical influences, as well as personality and temperament theories. Understand how genetic inheritance, neurochemical imbalances, and personality traits contribute to the development of anxiety.
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