18 Questions
What is the primary reason separation anxiety disorder is detrimental?
It distracts sufferers from normal activities.
Which of the following is a characteristic of phobias?
Persistent, irrational fear of specific object, activity, or situation.
What happens when defense mechanisms are used in excess, particularly immature defenses?
Maladaptive use of defense mechanisms occurs.
What is a common manifestation of separation anxiety?
Gastrointestinal disturbances and headaches.
What is the primary concern of individuals with social anxiety disorder?
Fear of being evaluated negatively by others.
What is the age range when separation anxiety typically peaks?
8-18 months
What is the primary distinction between fear and anxiety?
Fear is an emotional response, whereas anxiety is a cognitive response.
Which anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive and persistent worry about everyday things?
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
What is the primary coping mechanism for anxiety?
Motivation
Which anxiety disorder is characterized by fear or anxiety in social or performance situations?
Social Anxiety Disorder
What is the result of severe anxiety?
Limited attention span and compromised problem-solving ability
Which anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive distress when separates from caregivers or others?
Separation Anxiety Disorder
What is the primary reason for using Buspirone (BuSpar) for short periods of time?
It does not cause dependence
Which medication is used to treat social anxiety disorder by reducing the physical manifestations of anxiety?
Beta-blockers
What is the primary goal of the flooding method in anxiety treatment?
To extinguish the anxiety response by exposing the client to a large amount of an undesirable stimulus
Which anxiety disorder does not have an FDA-approved treatment?
Separation Anxiety Disorder
What is the primary advantage of using Antihistamines, such as hydroxyzine (Vistaril) and Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), for anxiety treatment?
They are safe and non-addictive alternatives to benzodiazepines
What is the primary goal of systematic desensitization in anxiety treatment?
To gradually introduce the client to a feared object or experience through a series of steps
This quiz covers defense mechanisms, adaptive and maladaptive uses, and separation anxiety disorder. Understand how people cope with anxiety and the fear of being away from a loved one.
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