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What is the hallmark symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
What is the hallmark symptom of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
- Persistent and excessive worry (correct)
- Paranoia
- Flashbacks
- Hypomania
Which neurotransmitter is primarily implicated in schizophrenia?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily implicated in schizophrenia?
- Dopamine (correct)
- Acetylcholine
- Norepinephrine
- Serotonin
What is the minimum symptom duration for diagnosing major depressive disorder (MDD) according to ICD-11?
What is the minimum symptom duration for diagnosing major depressive disorder (MDD) according to ICD-11?
- 2 weeks (correct)
- 1 month
- 1 week
- 3 months
ICD-11 categorizes bipolar disorder under which section?
ICD-11 categorizes bipolar disorder under which section?
What is a common side effect of SSRIs?
What is a common side effect of SSRIs?
Which of the following is not a negative symptom of schizophrenia?
Which of the following is not a negative symptom of schizophrenia?
Which symptom is not required for the diagnosis of mania?
Which symptom is not required for the diagnosis of mania?
Which symptom is most characteristic of catatonia?
Which symptom is most characteristic of catatonia?
Which of the following best describes a persecutory delusion?
Which of the following best describes a persecutory delusion?
What type of hallucination is most common in schizophrenia?
What type of hallucination is most common in schizophrenia?
What is the most common cause of dementia worldwide?
What is the most common cause of dementia worldwide?
What is the term for a delusion in which a person believes that they are receiving special, personalized messages from the media (e.g., TV, radio)?
What is the term for a delusion in which a person believes that they are receiving special, personalized messages from the media (e.g., TV, radio)?
Which of the following medications is considered a mood stabilizer?
Which of the following medications is considered a mood stabilizer?
What is the primary feature of somatic symptom disorder in ICD-11?
What is the primary feature of somatic symptom disorder in ICD-11?
Which type of delusion involves the belief that the person is being watched, followed, or plotted against by others?
Which type of delusion involves the belief that the person is being watched, followed, or plotted against by others?
Which of the following is a common treatment approach for delusions in schizophrenia?
Which of the following is a common treatment approach for delusions in schizophrenia?
Which is a core feature of delirium?
Which is a core feature of delirium?
Which class of medication is most effective for treating panic disorder?
Which class of medication is most effective for treating panic disorder?
Which of the following best describes cyclothymic disorder?
Which of the following best describes cyclothymic disorder?
What is a common cognitive feature of dementia?
What is a common cognitive feature of dementia?
Which disorder involves intrusive memories and flashbacks related to trauma?
Which disorder involves intrusive memories and flashbacks related to trauma?
Which of the following types of delusion involves a belief that another person, typically of higher status, is in love with the person?
Which of the following types of delusion involves a belief that another person, typically of higher status, is in love with the person?
What is the hallmark symptom of mania in bipolar disorder?
What is the hallmark symptom of mania in bipolar disorder?
Which of the following best describes agoraphobia?
Which of the following best describes agoraphobia?
Which of the following is considered a negative symptom of schizophrenia?
Which of the following is considered a negative symptom of schizophrenia?
Which of the following is not a diagnostic criterion for ADHD?
Which of the following is not a diagnostic criterion for ADHD?
Which of the following is a positive symptom of schizophrenia?
Which of the following is a positive symptom of schizophrenia?
Which type of amnesia is most common in dissociative disorders?
Which type of amnesia is most common in dissociative disorders?
What is the most likely diagnosis for a patient with recurring binge eating episodes followed by compensatory behaviors?
What is the most likely diagnosis for a patient with recurring binge eating episodes followed by compensatory behaviors?
Which of the following medications is considered first-line for generalized anxiety disorder?
Which of the following medications is considered first-line for generalized anxiety disorder?
What is the most commonly prescribed medication for bipolar disorder?
What is the most commonly prescribed medication for bipolar disorder?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with depressive disorders?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with depressive disorders?
A 28-year-old male presents with delusions that his coworkers are conspiring against him. He reports hearing voices discussing him, even when alone, and displays disorganized speech. Symptoms have been present for 7 months.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 28-year-old male presents with delusions that his coworkers are conspiring against him. He reports hearing voices discussing him, even when alone, and displays disorganized speech. Symptoms have been present for 7 months.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 32-year-old woman describes recurrent panic attacks characterized by palpitations, sweating, and a fear of dying. She now avoids crowded places for fear of having an attack.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 32-year-old woman describes recurrent panic attacks characterized by palpitations, sweating, and a fear of dying. She now avoids crowded places for fear of having an attack.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 45-year-old man complains of a persistently low mood, feelings of worthlessness, and lack of energy for 3 months. He has trouble concentrating and has lost interest in previously enjoyed activities.
What is the most appropriate treatment?
A 45-year-old man complains of a persistently low mood, feelings of worthlessness, and lack of energy for 3 months. He has trouble concentrating and has lost interest in previously enjoyed activities.
What is the most appropriate treatment?
A 19-year-old college student reports an intense fear of social situations, avoiding speaking in public or attending gatherings due to fear of embarrassment. He experiences severe anxiety in such situations.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 19-year-old college student reports an intense fear of social situations, avoiding speaking in public or attending gatherings due to fear of embarrassment. He experiences severe anxiety in such situations.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
Which of the following is a hallmark characteristic of delusions?
Which of the following is a hallmark characteristic of delusions?
A 27-year-old woman complains of excessive worry about multiple aspects of her life, including finances and health, for the past year. She also experiences muscle tension and fatigue.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 27-year-old woman complains of excessive worry about multiple aspects of her life, including finances and health, for the past year. She also experiences muscle tension and fatigue.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 16-year-old male frequently eats excessively large amounts of food in secret, feeling guilty afterward, but does not purge or engage in compensatory behaviors. His BMI is above normal.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 16-year-old male frequently eats excessively large amounts of food in secret, feeling guilty afterward, but does not purge or engage in compensatory behaviors. His BMI is above normal.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 30-year-old male reports being very preoccupied with his nose, describing it as "horribly deformed," although it appears normal to others. He frequently checks mirrors and avoids social interactions.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 30-year-old male reports being very preoccupied with his nose, describing it as "horribly deformed," although it appears normal to others. He frequently checks mirrors and avoids social interactions.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 22-year-old woman has a 2-year history of alternating periods of mild depressive symptoms and hypomanic episodes that do not meet the full criteria for major depressive disorder or mania.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 22-year-old woman has a 2-year history of alternating periods of mild depressive symptoms and hypomanic episodes that do not meet the full criteria for major depressive disorder or mania.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 47-year-old man is brought to the ER after a suicide attempt. He has a history of grandiosity, decreased need for sleep, and periods of extreme irritability alternating with depressive episodes.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 47-year-old man is brought to the ER after a suicide attempt. He has a history of grandiosity, decreased need for sleep, and periods of extreme irritability alternating with depressive episodes.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 25-year-old woman presents with recurrent episodes of overeating followed by self-induced vomiting and excessive exercise. She is preoccupied with her weight but is of normal BMI.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 25-year-old woman presents with recurrent episodes of overeating followed by self-induced vomiting and excessive exercise. She is preoccupied with her weight but is of normal BMI.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 35-year-old man complains of sudden episodes of intense fear, shortness of breath, chest pain, and dizziness that occur unpredictably and last about 15 minutes.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 35-year-old man complains of sudden episodes of intense fear, shortness of breath, chest pain, and dizziness that occur unpredictably and last about 15 minutes.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of grandiose delusions?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of grandiose delusions?
A 40-year-old man reports a 6-month history of depressed mood, poor sleep, low energy, and difficulty concentrating. He denies suicidal ideation.
What is the first-line treatment?
A 40-year-old man reports a 6-month history of depressed mood, poor sleep, low energy, and difficulty concentrating. He denies suicidal ideation.
What is the first-line treatment?
A 25-year-old woman has recurrent, vivid flashbacks of a car accident that occurred 3 months ago. She avoids driving and experiences hypervigilance.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 25-year-old woman has recurrent, vivid flashbacks of a car accident that occurred 3 months ago. She avoids driving and experiences hypervigilance.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 55-year-old man has persistent depressive symptoms that started 2 years ago but are not severe enough to meet the criteria for major depressive disorder.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 55-year-old man has persistent depressive symptoms that started 2 years ago but are not severe enough to meet the criteria for major depressive disorder.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 45-year-old man presents with a sudden onset of confusion, visual hallucinations, and tremors after stopping heavy alcohol use abruptly.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 45-year-old man presents with a sudden onset of confusion, visual hallucinations, and tremors after stopping heavy alcohol use abruptly.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
What is the minimum duration of symptoms required for a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder?
What is the minimum duration of symptoms required for a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder?
Flashcards
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
A persistent, excessive worry and apprehension about various life events, even when there is little or no objective threat.
Dopamine
Dopamine
A neurotransmitter that plays a significant role in mood, motivation, and reward. It is thought to be involved in the development of schizophrenia.
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
A mood disorder characterized by persistent low mood, feelings of worthlessness, and lack of interest in activities that were once enjoyable.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
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Sexual Dysfunction
Sexual Dysfunction
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Avolition
Avolition
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Grandiosity
Grandiosity
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Affective Flattening
Affective Flattening
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Persecutory Delusion
Persecutory Delusion
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Delirium
Delirium
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Erotomanic Delusion
Erotomanic Delusion
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Cyclothymic Disorder
Cyclothymic Disorder
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Psychogenic Amnesia
Psychogenic Amnesia
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Bulimia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
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Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
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Serotonin
Serotonin
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Social Anxiety Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder
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Antipsychotics
Antipsychotics
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Specific Phobia
Specific Phobia
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Somatic Delusion
Somatic Delusion
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Binge-Eating Disorder
Binge-Eating Disorder
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Benzodiazepines
Benzodiazepines
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Panic Attack
Panic Attack
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Agoraphobia
Agoraphobia
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Thought Broadcasting
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Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
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Study Notes
Psychiatry Questions and Answers
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Hallmark Symptom: Persistent and excessive worry.
- Schizophrenia Primary Neurotransmitter: Dopamine.
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) Minimum Symptom Duration (ICD-11): 2 weeks.
- ICD-11 Bipolar Disorder Section: Mood disorders.
- Common SSRI Side Effect: Sexual dysfunction.
- Negative Symptom of Schizophrenia (not): Hallucinations.
- Mania Diagnosis Requirement (not): Depressed mood.
- Characteristic Catatonia Symptom: Mutism.
- Persecutory Delusion Description: Believing others are sending hidden messages through media.
- Common Schizophrenia Hallucination Type: Auditory.
- Most Common Cause of Dementia Worldwide: Alzheimer's disease.
- Referential Delusion Description: Delusion where a person believes they are receiving special, personalized messages from media.
- Mood Stabilizer Medication: Lithium.
- Somatic Symptom Disorder Key Feature (ICD-11): Focus on physical symptoms.
- Treatment for Delusions in Schizophrenia: Antipsychotic medications.
- Core Delirium Feature: Fluctuating consciousness.
- Effective Panic Disorder Medications: Benzodiazepines.
- Cyclothymic Disorder Description: Persistent subthreshold hypomanic and depressive symptoms.
- Common Dementia Cognitive Feature: Memory impairment.
- Disorder with Intrusive Memories/Flashbacks: PTSD.
- Erotomanic Delusion Description: Delusion that a person of higher status is in love with the patient.
- Mania Hallmark Symptom: Elevated or irritable mood, increased energy, and impulsive behavior.
- Agoraphobia Description: Fear of confined spaces.
- Negative Schizophrenia Symptom: Affective flattening (reduced emotional expression).
- Not a Diagnostic Criterion for ADHD: Memory impairment.
- Positive Schizophrenia Symptom: Auditory hallucinations.
- Most Common Dissociative Disorder Amnesia Type: Psychogenic amnesia.
- Binge Eating Disorder Description: Recurring binge eating episodes followed by compensatory behaviors.
- First-Line GAD Medication: Sertraline.
- Common Bipolar Disorder Medication: Lithium.
- Neurotransmitter Linked to Depressive Disorders: Serotonin.
- Likely Diagnosis (28-year-old male conspiring delusions): Schizophrenia.
- Likely Diagnosis (32-year-old woman panic attacks): Panic disorder with agoraphobia.
- Likely Diagnosis (45-year-old man low mood): Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia).
- Likely Diagnosis (25-year-old recurrent overeating): Bulimia nervosa.
- Likely Diagnosis (35-year-old man sudden fear): Panic disorder.
- Likely Diagnosis (55-year-old man depressed symptoms): Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia).
- Likely Diagnosis (45-year-old man confusion, hallucinations): Delirium tremens.
- Minimum GAD Symptom Duration: 6 months.
- Grandiose Delusion Characteristic: Belief in having special, unrealistic powers.
- Likely Diagnosis for excessive worry: Generalized anxiety disorder
- Likely Diagnosis for frequent eating binges: Binge eating disorder
- Likely Diagnosis for preoccupation with appearance: Body dysmorphic disorder
- Likely diagnosis for persistent low mood: Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia)
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