Mental Health Symptoms and Neurodevelopment
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What is the primary symptom of depression described in the text?

  • Heightened emotional responsiveness
  • Excessive thoughts
  • Increased energy levels
  • Inertia (inability to get oneself going) (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a common neurotransmitter?

  • Dopamine
  • Noradrenalin
  • Serotonin
  • Histamine (correct)
  • What does the text state is the process by which neurons communicate with each other?

  • Neurotransmission (correct)
  • Neurogenesis
  • Neuromodulation
  • Neurodevelopment
  • What is the primary function of neurons (nerve cells)?

    <p>To process and transmit information within the nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text say can happen when the production, release, or uptake of neurotransmitters is impaired?

    <p>The brain may show problems in how it is working</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are obsessions?

    <p>Repetitive, persistent, unwanted thoughts that cause significant distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person with mental retardation is likely to have difficulties with:

    <p>Adjusting to different environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of mental disorders is characterized by problems in how the brain controls emotions?

    <p>Mood Disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person with mood stabilizers prescription is most likely being treated for which disorder?

    <p>Bipolar Disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of myelin in the brain?

    <p>Insulating nerve fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom of Schizophrenia is associated with a decrease in executive functioning?

    <p>Negative Symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a person with Narcissistic traits?

    <p>Interpreting everything in relation to their own self</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?

    <p>Changing the person's thoughts and behaviours to help reverse their symptoms and increase their functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a cognitive symptom?

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

    What is the purpose of a Community Treatment Order?

    <p>To allow a person with a mental disorder to receive treatment while they live in the community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between cognition and mental disorders?

    <p>Some medical disorders can interfere with cognition, causing disruptions in normal thoughts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a clinic in the context of healthcare?

    <p>A setting where various health professionals work directly with patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between comorbidity and dual diagnosis?

    <p>Comorbidity and dual diagnosis are the same thing, just different terms for the same concept</p> Signup and view all the answers

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