Psychology Chapter on Senile Dementia
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What is a common psychological feature of senile dementia?

  • Regressing to childlike behavior (correct)
  • Sudden severe depression
  • Severe mood stability
  • Acute disorientation

Which of the following is a physical feature associated with senile dementia?

  • Hyperactive reflexes
  • Weight loss (correct)
  • Increased energy levels
  • Enhanced physical coordination

How does the onset of dementia typically present?

  • Consistent fluctuations day to day
  • Gradual and insidious (correct)
  • Immediate after a traumatic event
  • Sudden and abrupt

Which symptom is an indicator of cognitive decline in senile dementia?

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What distinguishes delirium from dementia?

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Which of the following is a type of dementia specifically associated with head trauma?

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What is a common clinical feature of dementia that affects judgment?

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Which condition is associated with dementia due to vitamin deficiency?

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What differentiates amnestic syndrome from other cognitive impairment disorders?

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Which type of dementia is known to be caused by Alzheimer's disease?

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Which cognitive symptom is often observed in individuals with dementia?

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Which of the following is NOT listed as a cause of dementia?

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What mood-related symptom is more prevalent in individuals with dementia?

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What is the primary symptom of Organic Delusional Syndrome?

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Which condition is characterized by hallucinations without delusions?

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Which of the following is a feature of Organic Mood Syndrome?

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What is a characteristic symptom of Organic Anxiety Syndrome?

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Which disease is associated with severe degeneration and is genetic in nature?

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Which condition is marked by atrophy of the frontal lobe of the cerebrum?

<p>Pick's disease (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which condition do patients often exhibit personality changes and disorientation?

<p>Pre-Senile Dementia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of syndrome results in decreased impulse control and suspiciousness?

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What is a key characteristic of drug dependency?

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Which of the following drugs is commonly associated with withdrawal symptoms?

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Which factor is NOT considered a cause of drug abuse and dependency?

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What does tolerance mean in the context of drug use?

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What phenomenon describes the condition of experiencing withdrawal symptoms after stopping drug intake?

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Which of the following is a psychological dependency characteristic?

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Which drug is an example of a synthetic substance associated with addiction?

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What is the term for the irresistible urge to obtain and use a psychoactive drug?

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Which of the following drugs is NOT commonly listed under Puerperium medications?

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What type of cognitive impairment is primarily associated with dementia?

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Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of delirium?

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Which investigation is commonly performed to aid in diagnosing conditions like delirium?

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Which of the following metals is known to be toxic and associated with clinical features mentioned?

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What does psychomotor retardation refer to in the context of delirium?

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In the context of dementia, what does not characterize the cognitive deficits?

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Which of the following statements about delirium is true?

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What is one psychological effect of drug or alcohol dependence?

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Which of the following is a method of prevention for drug and alcohol dependence?

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What should be done before drugs can be sold?

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What is NOT a recommended therapeutic approach for drug and alcohol dependence?

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What effect does drug and alcohol dependence have on social status?

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Which of the following statements is true about the D.D.A. Regulations?

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What should parents do to help prevent drug dependence in their children?

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Flashcards

Puerperium (Post Partum)

A medical state after childbirth, involving various physiological changes. Drugs commonly used during this period can be categorized.

Antibiotics

A type of medication that fights infections. May be prescribed to prevent infections during the postpartum period.

Delirium

A mental health condition that causes fluctuating mental alertness and disturbances in the brain's function. It can be caused by a variety of factors.

Dementia

A cognitive disorder that is characterized by a gradual decline in mental function, affecting memory, thinking, and behaviour.

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Memory Impairment

The loss of the ability to remember things, both newly learned information and past memories, is a common characteristic.

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Test for Memory

An assessment to evaluate a patient's ability to remember information. It can be used to diagnose and track cognitive decline.

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Fundus Examination

A procedure to examine the back of the eye to look for any abnormalities, which can be helpful in diagnosing and managing certain conditions.

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Investigations for Delirium

The most common investigations to diagnose delirium include blood tests, urinalysis, and a neurological exam.

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Vascular Dementia

A type of dementia caused by damage to blood vessels in the brain, often due to strokes or other vascular problems.

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Impairment of Intellectual Functions in Dementia

Characterized by memory loss of recent events (anterograde amnesia) followed by loss of past events (retrograde amnesia), difficulty concentrating, and impaired judgment.

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Lability of Mood in Dementia

A condition that affects mood, characterized by depression, apathy, or childish euphoria.

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Dementia due to Head Trauma

A type of dementia caused by brain damage due to head trauma.

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Dementia due to HIV

A type of dementia caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

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What is Alzheimer's disease?

A neurodegenerative disorder characterized by a decline in cognitive function, specifically memory, thinking, and behavior.

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Dementia due to Huntington's Disease

A type of dementia caused by Huntington's disease, a genetic disorder that primarily affects the brain.

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Amnestic Syndrome

A cognitive impairment disorder where consciousness is not affected, but short-term and long-term memory are impaired.

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Senile Dementia

A chronic mental condition caused by brain degeneration, primarily affecting people 65 and older. It leads to persistent cognitive decline and changes in behavior.

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Anterograde Amnesia

A type of amnesia where a person forgets recent events but remembers past events.

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Retrograde Amnesia

A type of amnesia where a person forgets past events but remembers recent events.

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Organic Delusional Syndrome

A mental disorder characterized by a predominant delusion, where the person experiences a false belief but maintains normal consciousness, intellectual function, and without hallucinations.

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Organic Hallucinations

A mental disorder where the primary symptom is hallucinations, which are perceptions without external stimuli. The person remains conscious, intellectually sound, and doesn't have delusions.

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Organic Mood Syndrome

A significant shift in mental state characterized by experiencing two or more symptoms related to either manic or major depressive episodes. The person remains conscious and intellectually capable, without hallucinations or delusions.

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Organic Anxiety Syndrome

A mental disorder characterized by repeated panic attacks or persistent, excessive anxiety. These individuals do not experience a change in consciousness or intellectual capabilities.

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Organic Personality Syndrome

A significant change in personality involving emotional instability, impulsive behaviors, suspiciousness, or apathy. This is often caused by an underlying organic condition affecting the brain.

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Pre-Senile Dementia

A chronic, degenerative brain condition causing intellectual and emotional impairment before the age of 65.

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Huntington's Chorea

A severe, hereditary brain disorder that typically emerges between the ages of 30 and 50, characterized by a rapid decline in mental and physical abilities.

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Pick's Disease

A neurodegenerative disease that primarily affects the frontal lobes of the brain, leading to dementia and personality changes.

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Drug Dependence (Addiction)

A state of repeated drug use that causes harm to the individual and society.

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Tolerance

The need for larger doses of a drug to achieve the same effect.

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Withdrawal Syndrome

A set of symptoms experienced when stopping or reducing drug use.

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Craving

An irresistible urge to use a drug, even though it's harmful.

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Psychological Dependency

The belief that a drug is needed for well-being or performance.

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Chemical/Physical Dependency

Using a drug to prevent the unpleasant effects of withdrawal.

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Causes of Drug Dependency

Hereditary factors, family environment, mental health problems, and peer influence are all contributing factors.

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Dependency

A condition defined by repeated and compulsive drug use, even when experiencing negative consequences.

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Cirrhosis of the Liver

A severe condition affecting the liver, often caused by excessive alcohol consumption. It involves scarring and damage to liver cells, leading to impaired liver function.

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Peripheral Neuropathy

Inflammation of the nerves outside the spinal cord, often associated with alcoholism due to vitamin deficiencies.

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Kidney Disease

A condition affecting the kidneys, potentially caused by alcohol abuse. It can lead to impaired waste removal and fluid imbalance.

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Arteriosclerosis

A disease where fatty substances build up inside the arteries, narrowing them and increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

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Heart Diseases

A range of heart problems, including heart attacks, heart failure, and arrhythmias, which can be exacerbated by alcohol abuse.

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Gastritis

Inflammation of the stomach lining, often caused by alcohol irritation, leading to pain, nausea, and indigestion.

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Tuberculosis (TB)

An infectious lung disease that can be more severe in alcoholics due to weakened immune systems and increased vulnerability to infection.

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Pneumonia

An infection of the lungs that can be more severe in alcoholics due to weakened immune systems and increased vulnerability to infection.

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