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Which of the following is a symptom of major depressive disorder?

  • Feeling of worthlessness (correct)
  • Increased appetite
  • Excessive sleepiness
  • Heightened energy levels

What is the approximate prevalence of major depressive disorder in the population?

  • More than 7% (correct)
  • Less than 1%
  • Around 5%
  • Over 10%

Why are women more likely than men to be diagnosed with major depressive disorder?

  • Men self-medicate with drugs or alcohol
  • Men experience hormonal changes
  • Women are more likely to report their symptoms (correct)
  • Men do not experience depression

What is the main difference between fear and anxiety?

<p>Fear is a response to current threats, while anxiety is worry about future threats (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common psychological disorder in the United States?

<p>Anxiety disorder (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common physical symptom of major depressive disorder?

<p>Headaches (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate lifetime risk of experiencing an episode of major depression for adults?

<p>More than 20% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible reason why men are less likely to report their symptoms of depression?

<p>Men are more likely to self-medicate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom of anxiety disorders?

<p>Muscle tension (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential explanation for the higher diagnosis rates of major depressive disorder in women compared to men?

<p>Women are more likely to experience hormonal changes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom of agoraphobia?

<p>Fear of driving (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the population experiences agoraphobia?

<p>1.7% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gender is more likely to experience agoraphobia?

<p>Women (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many situations must an individual fear or avoid to be diagnosed with agoraphobia?

<p>At least two (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What symptoms may individuals with agoraphobia experience in feared situations?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do individuals with agoraphobia typically respond to their fears?

<p>They avoid the situations they fear (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In extreme cases, what can happen to individuals with agoraphobia?

<p>They become unable to leave their home (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'agoraphobia' translate to in Greek?

<p>Fear of the marketplace (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for anxiety disorders that prevent people from doing what they need to do?

<p>Generalized Anxiety Disorder (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive fear of specific places, situations, or objects?

<p>Specific Phobia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key feature of the depressive disorders category of DSM-5?

<p>Feelings of sadness, emptiness, hopelessness, and irritability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between depressive disorders and occasional feelings of sadness?

<p>The impact on an individual's life (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disorder included in the depressive disorders category of DSM-5?

<p>Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some common physical symptoms that can accompany depressive disorders?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a motivation for suicidal behaviors in individuals with depressive disorders?

<p>A desire to end intense emotional suffering (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a disorder included in the depressive disorders category of DSM-5?

<p>Postpartum Depression (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the biggest risk factor for a suicide attempt according to the text?

<p>Previous suicide attempts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of depressive disorders on an individual's functioning?

<p>Significant impairment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common feeling associated with depressive disorders?

<p>Irritability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of including a table of depressive disorders in the text?

<p>To provide a list of potential diagnoses for individuals experiencing depressive symptoms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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