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What is a diagnostic feature of Hypersomnolence Disorder?
Excessive sleepiness despite sleeping at least 7 hours/night
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for Hypersomnolence Disorder?
Physical exercise
What is the prevalence of Hypersomnolence Disorder in the general population?
4-6%
Which of the following is a common assessment method for Hypersomnolence Disorder?
Polysomnogram test
How is Hypersomnolence Disorder typically treated?
Stimulants
What is a common diagnostic feature of Narcolepsy?
Excessive daytime sleepiness and cataplexy
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for Narcolepsy?
Poor diet
What is the approximate prevalence of Narcolepsy in the general population?
0.02-0.04%
Which assessment method is NOT used for Narcolepsy diagnosis?
Blood pressure monitoring
What is a common treatment for Narcolepsy?
Anti-depressants
Which sleep disorder is characterized by lack of respiratory effort during cessations of airflow?
Central Sleep Apnea
Which feature is shared by all sleep-wake disorders according to Walker (2017)?
Daytime distress and impairment
Which sleep-wake disorder involves excessive daytime sleepiness as a core symptom?
Hypersomnolence Disorder
What type of sleep disorder is characterized by a lack of muscle paralysis during REM sleep?
Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep Behaviour Disorder
Which type of sleep disorder involves unpleasant sensations in the legs leading to an urge to move them?
Restless Leg Syndrome
Which sleep disorder is associated with disruptions in the timing of sleep that cause difficulties in falling asleep or waking up?
Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders
What is a characteristic diagnostic feature of Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behaviour Disorder?
Physically act out vivid dreams during REM sleep
Which of the following is a common risk factor for Restless Leg Syndrome?
Advanced age
What is a common assessment method for diagnosing Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behaviour Disorder?
Polysomnogram
What is a key feature of Restless Leg Syndrome in terms of frequency and duration?
At least 3 times/week for at least 3 months
Which substance is commonly used in the treatment of Restless Leg Syndrome?
Gabapentin
What is a notable risk factor associated with Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behaviour Disorder?
Family history of the disorder
Which type of sleep disorder is characterized by repeated occurrences of extended, distressing dreams involving efforts to avoid threats to survival or security?
Nightmare disorder
What is a common risk factor for Nightmare Disorder?
Genetics
Which sleep disorder is associated with abrupt terror arousals from sleep and signs of autonomic arousal like tachycardia?
NREM sleep arousal disorder
What is a common assessment method for REM Sleep Behavior Disorder?
Polysomnogram
Which type of sleep disorder involves unpleasant sensations in the legs leading to an urge to move them during rest?
Restless leg syndrome
What is a common risk factor for Substance/Medication Induced Sleep Disorder?
Severe stress
Which sleep-wake disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of abrupt awakenings from non-REM sleep with intense fear and autonomic arousal?
NREM Sleep Arousal Disorder
What type of sleep-wake disorder is associated with unpleasant sensations in the legs and an urge to move them, often occurring at rest?
Substance/Medication Induced Sleep Disorder
A sleep disorder involving acting out vivid dreams during REM sleep is known as:
Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep Behaviour Disorder
Which of the following sleep-wake disorders is caused by the use of certain substances or medications?
Substance/Medication Induced Sleep Disorder
What sleep disorder involves a pattern of recurring nightmares that are distressing and lead to awakening?
Nightmare Disorder
What is the diagnostic category that involves persistent failure to meet appropriate nutritional and/or energy needs?
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
Which of the following feeding and eating disorders has the highest mortality rate among mental disorders?
Anorexia Nervosa
What is a common co-morbidity associated with anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?
Major Depressive Disorder
Which feeding and eating disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain?
Bulimia Nervosa
What is a key feature of binge eating disorder in contrast to bulimia nervosa?
Episodes of binge eating without compensatory behaviors
Which diagnostic category includes individuals who engage in recurrent episodes of binge eating but do not regularly compensate for these episodes?
Binge Eating Disorder
What is a key diagnostic feature of Bulimia Nervosa?
Recurrent episodes of binge eating and body dissatisfaction
Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for Bulimia Nervosa?
High self-compassion
What is a common specifier for Bulimia Nervosa based on episodes of compensatory behaviors?
Severe
Which of the following is a risk factor associated with Binge Eating Disorder?
Temperament
What is a common treatment approach for Bulimia Nervosa?
Psycho-education and meal programs
What is a key diagnostic feature of Binge Eating Disorder?
Eating alone because of embarrassment of quantity
What is the frequency and duration required for a diagnosis of Binge Eating Disorder?
2 binge-episodes/week for at least 3 months
Among females, what is the 12-month prevalence of Feeding and Eating Disorders according to the text?
1.6%
What is one of the risk factors mentioned for Feeding and Eating Disorders in the text?
Genetics
What type of diagnostic feature is associated with 'Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder'?
Do not meet full criteria for any other feeding or eating disorder
What is one of the treatment methods mentioned for Feeding and Eating Disorders according to the text?
Psycho-education
What is one of the treatment methods mentioned for Feeding and Eating Disorders in the text?
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Which type of psychotherapy is commonly used in the treatment of Feeding and Eating Disorders according to the text?
Dialectical behavior therapy
What is one of the effective psycho-education methods for individuals with Feeding and Eating Disorders?
Mindfulness training
Which type of psychotherapy focuses on teaching individuals to regulate their emotions and improve interpersonal effectiveness?
Emotion-focused therapy
What is a common pharmacological intervention used in the treatment of Feeding and Eating Disorders?
Antidepressants
What is the main reason clinicians may choose not to specify the reason for an Unspecified Feeding or Eating Disorder diagnosis?
Insufficient information available to make a more specific diagnosis
What percentage of eating disorder presentations do not fit into the prescribed diagnostic categories?
40%
Which psychological feature is NOT classified as a Shared Underlying Feature of Feeding and Eating Disorders?
Muscle Weakness
Which psychological disorder is identified as a transdiagnostic factor?
Insomnia
What can result in a clinically significant decrease in insomnia symptoms and symptoms of co-occurring psychological disorders?
Treating insomnia with CBT-I
Which study supports the significance of treating insomnia with CBT-I for reducing symptoms of co-occurring psychological disorders?
Baglioni et al., 2019
What is one of the treatment methods mentioned for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ARFID (CBT-AR)
What is considered a risk factor for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)?
Temperament, early food experiences, neglect, abuse
Which psychotherapy technique is NOT mentioned as a treatment option for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)?
Virtual reality exposure therapy
What is a common medication treatment mentioned for feeding and eating disorders?
Antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications
Which factor is NOT considered a risk factor for Feeding and Eating Disorders?
Geographical location
What type of psychotherapy is commonly used in the treatment of Feeding and Eating Disorders?
Group therapy
Test your knowledge on the diagnostic features, frequency, duration, specifiers, and risk factors associated with narcolepsy according to the American Psychological Association (2013). Questions cover excessive daytime sleepiness, cataplexy, hypocretin deficiency, and more.
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