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According to biological theory, what is the role of genetics in anxiety?
According to biological theory, what is the role of genetics in anxiety?
- Genetics are the sole factor causing anxiety
- Genetics tend to run in families but families share both genes and environment (correct)
- Genetics play no role in anxiety
- Genetics only affect the environment, not anxiety
Which neurotransmitter is known to increase anxiety according to biological theory?
Which neurotransmitter is known to increase anxiety according to biological theory?
- Endorphins
- Glutamate
- Dopamine
- Serotonin (correct)
Based on personality/temperament theory, what personality type predicts the development of an anxiety disorder?
Based on personality/temperament theory, what personality type predicts the development of an anxiety disorder?
- Shy and inhibited (correct)
- Extroverted
- Spontaneous
- Aggressive
How does psychoanalytic theory explain the occurrence of anxiety?
How does psychoanalytic theory explain the occurrence of anxiety?
According to behavioral theory, how can anxiety be learned?
According to behavioral theory, how can anxiety be learned?
'Agoraphobia' is characterized by a fear of:
'Agoraphobia' is characterized by a fear of:
What is a key characteristic of major depression described in the text?
What is a key characteristic of major depression described in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a potential physical symptom of major depression according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a potential physical symptom of major depression according to the text?
What is a common cognitive characteristic of individuals experiencing major depression based on the text?
What is a common cognitive characteristic of individuals experiencing major depression based on the text?
Which factor can potentially improve the prognosis of major depression according to the information provided?
Which factor can potentially improve the prognosis of major depression according to the information provided?
What differentiates bipolar disorder from major depression according to the text?
What differentiates bipolar disorder from major depression according to the text?
During a manic episode, individuals with bipolar disorder may experience all EXCEPT which of the following symptoms?
During a manic episode, individuals with bipolar disorder may experience all EXCEPT which of the following symptoms?
What percentage of the population is affected by depression?
What percentage of the population is affected by depression?
How many subcategories of mood disorders are mentioned in the text?
How many subcategories of mood disorders are mentioned in the text?
What percentage of adolescents experience depression worthy of treatment?
What percentage of adolescents experience depression worthy of treatment?
Which gender is twice as likely to suffer from depression according to the text?
Which gender is twice as likely to suffer from depression according to the text?
What percentage of clients with major depression commit suicide according to the text?
What percentage of clients with major depression commit suicide according to the text?
Which system is NOT mentioned as being affected by depression in the text?
Which system is NOT mentioned as being affected by depression in the text?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT characteristic of hypomania?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT characteristic of hypomania?
What is a key feature that differentiates cyclothymia from bipolar disorder?
What is a key feature that differentiates cyclothymia from bipolar disorder?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a stage in the stress theory described in the text?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a stage in the stress theory described in the text?
What is the age range where onset of bipolar disorder typically occurs according to the text?
What is the age range where onset of bipolar disorder typically occurs according to the text?
Which factor is attributed to a higher incidence of non-compliance and suicide in bipolar clients?
Which factor is attributed to a higher incidence of non-compliance and suicide in bipolar clients?
What is a common physical response when individuals experience anxiety according to the text?
What is a common physical response when individuals experience anxiety according to the text?
What is a key element necessary for the diagnosis of a phobia?
What is a key element necessary for the diagnosis of a phobia?
In social phobia, individuals may cope by:
In social phobia, individuals may cope by:
What is a common obsession in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
What is a common obsession in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Which of the following events could trigger Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
Which of the following events could trigger Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
What is a distinguishing feature of Panic Disorder?
What is a distinguishing feature of Panic Disorder?
'Recurrences of intrusive recollections' is a characteristic symptom of which disorder?
'Recurrences of intrusive recollections' is a characteristic symptom of which disorder?
What is a common feature associated with PTSD?
What is a common feature associated with PTSD?
Which treatment approach helps people develop new ways of thinking about anxiety?
Which treatment approach helps people develop new ways of thinking about anxiety?
In what way does nursing care play a role when working with clients who have an anxiety disorder?
In what way does nursing care play a role when working with clients who have an anxiety disorder?
What is NOT a method mentioned for reducing symptoms of anxiety?
What is NOT a method mentioned for reducing symptoms of anxiety?
What is an important part of helping clients recovering psychologically after trauma?
What is an important part of helping clients recovering psychologically after trauma?
Which approach can help reduce symptoms of anxiety over time?
Which approach can help reduce symptoms of anxiety over time?
What should the nurse focus on when working with clients who have an anxiety disorder?
What should the nurse focus on when working with clients who have an anxiety disorder?
Which method is NOT used in the treatment of anxiety disorders?
Which method is NOT used in the treatment of anxiety disorders?
What is an example of a less stressful environment that can help individuals with anxiety?
What is an example of a less stressful environment that can help individuals with anxiety?
What is one reason why medication is sometimes used in treating anxiety?
What is one reason why medication is sometimes used in treating anxiety?
