32 Questions
Which genetic polymorphism is associated with higher sensitivity to stress?
5-HTPLLR
According to the given text, what protein promotes the development of neurons and protects them from damage?
BDNF
What type of feeling helps 'prepare' us for potential danger?
Anxiety
What substance signals DNA to produce BDNF?
CREB
What reduces the levels of BDNF in the brain?
Chronic stress
What type of symptoms lead to the diagnosis of anxiety disorders?
Emotional, behavioural, and physiological
Which neurotransmitter is associated with theories of depression?
Monoamine neurotransmitters
What is the protein that stimulates synaptic plasticity of 5-HT axons?
BDNF
'Unipolar or major depression' does not include which term mentioned in the video?
'Bipolar disorder'
'DSM V' has different classifications for which disorders?
'Anxiety disorders'
Which of the following is a characteristic of depression according to the DSM criteria?
Difficulty concentrating and feelings of guilt
What is the lifetime prevalence of depression, as mentioned in the lecture?
Approximately 6-7%
Which type of depression is characterized by milder symptoms that have been present for a long time?
Persistent Depressive Disorder
According to Ota and Duman (2013) and Wilner et al (2013), what is well known to contribute to depression?
Early life adversity and stress
Which category of drugs is used to treat depression and/or anxiety, as mentioned in the lecture?
SSRIs, tricyclics, MAOIs, benzodiazepines, and 'Z-drugs'
What is schizophrenia characterized by?
Delusions and hallucinations
Depression is more common in men than in women.
False
Chronic stress is not known to contribute to depression.
False
Major Depressive Disorder is characterized by milder symptoms that have been present for a long time.
False
Schizophrenia is primarily treated with SSRIs.
False
Anhedonia refers to an increased interest in pleasurable activities.
False
The lifetime prevalence of depression is approximately 6-7%.
True
Chronic stress increases levels of BDNF in the brain
False
The 5-HTPLLR polymorphism is linked to lower sensitivity to stress
False
Antidepressants raise circulating levels of monoamines, supporting the theory that depression is due to low levels of monoamine neurotransmitters
False
BDNF levels are higher in acute episodes of depression
False
BDNF levels measured by blood sample could predict response to antidepressant drugs
True
Anxiety can only be expressed emotionally and behaviorally, not physiologically
False
Anxiety disorders are only diagnosed when the symptoms seriously impact social function, not occupational function
False
DSM V has only one classification of anxiety disorder
False
Generalized anxiety disorder is the only type of anxiety disorder mentioned in the text
False
Schizophrenia is a type of anxiety disorder mentioned in the text
False
Test your knowledge on the pharmacotherapy for mental health, focusing on the drugs used to treat depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. Learn about SSRIs, tricyclics, MAOIs, benzodiazepines, 'Z-drugs', and the three 'generations' of drugs used to treat schizophrenia.
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