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Psychology Quiz: Anxiety Disorders and Depression Symptoms

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What is a characteristic of depression?

A permanent feeling of happiness
A temporary feeling of anxiety
A prolonged feeling of helplessness, hopelessness, and sadness (correct)
A short-term feeling of sadness

What is apathy?

A fear of the unknown
A lack of interest or concern (correct)
A feeling of extreme sadness
A feeling of anxiety

Which of the following is a warning sign of depression?

Feeling anxious about a test
A prolonged feeling of sadness (correct)
Feeling happy and energetic
Feeling excited about a party

What is not a symptom of depression?

A feeling of happiness (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a description of depression?

A long-term feeling of sadness (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the common symptoms of depression?

Apathy (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a phobia characterized by?

Persistent thoughts and fears (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of manic depression or bipolar disorder?

Alternating periods of elevated and depressive moods (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of Kleptomania?

Stealing things (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common association between drug/alcohol use and depression?

Drugs/alcohol are commonly found in one's system when suicide occurs (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who is a recommended adult to talk to about emotional health issues?

An adult in your life (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of depression?

A prolonged feeling of hopelessness, sadness, and helplessness. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a psychosomatic response?

A physical illness or condition resulting from stress. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is chronic stress?

A stress that is continuous over a long period of time. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first stage of the stress response?

Alarm (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a traumatic event?

An event that has a stressful impact sufficient to overwhelm normal coping strategies. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a stressor?

The cause of stress. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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