Psychology Rationalised 2023-24: Abnormal Behavior Views
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What is the key factor that increases the risk of suicide?

  • Having a mental disorder
  • Lack of social support
  • Previous suicidal attempt (correct)
  • Experiencing negative life events

    • Which of the following is NOT a type of bipolar and related disorder?

  • Cyclothymic Disorder
  • Bipolar II Disorder
  • Unipolar Disorder (correct)
  • Bipolar I Disorder

    • Which of the following is a common risk factor for suicide?

  • Experiencing a natural disaster (correct)
  • Receiving good news in the family
  • Gaining a new pet
  • Achieving high academic marks

    • What is the relationship between mania and depression in bipolar disorder?

    <p>Mania and depression alternate, with periods of normal mood in between (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the previous term used to refer to bipolar mood disorders?

    <p>Manic-depressive disorder (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of experiencing negative life events in the context of suicide risk?

    <p>It increases the risk of suicide (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which view of abnormal behaviour considers it a deviation from social norms?

    <p>The first approach (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text say is the basis for a society's norms?

    <p>A society's particular culture, including its history, values, institutions, habits, skills, technology, and arts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might a society's views on what is psychologically abnormal change over time?

    <p>As the society's values change (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criticism does the text raise about the first approach, which views abnormal behaviour as a deviation from social norms?

    <p>Both a and b (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text say is the second approach to viewing abnormal behaviour?

    <p>Abnormal behaviour is maladaptive (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key difference between the two approaches to abnormal behaviour described in the text?

    <p>The first approach considers abnormal behaviour as a deviation from social norms, while the second approach views it as maladaptive (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptoms might an anxious individual experience?

    <p>Rapid heart rate, shortness of breath, and diarrhea (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of anxiety disorder involves prolonged, unexplained, and intense fears?

    <p>Generalized anxiety disorder (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of panic disorder?

    <p>Recurrent anxiety attacks with intense terror (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hypervigilance involve for individuals with anxiety disorders?

    <p>Constantly scanning the environment for dangers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is not typically associated with anxiety disorders?

    <p>Nausea (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates panic attacks from general anxiety in terms of timing?

    <p>Panic attacks occur unpredictably, while general anxiety is future-focused. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main finding from the studies mentioned in the text?

    <p>Current standards of physical attractiveness have contributed to an increase in eating disorders. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body type is most valued in fashion models, actors, and dancers?

    <p>Thin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the activity described in the second paragraph?

    <p>Both b and c (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the activity described in the third paragraph?

    <p>Both a and b (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Pedagogical Hints, what is the most important thing to explain to students after they become familiar with various psychological disorders and their symptoms?

    <p>That they should not draw any definite conclusions about their own mental health based on some signs or symptoms they may experience. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason the Pedagogical Hints suggest that the contents on psychological disorders should be handled sensitively?

    <p>Students may begin to feel and express that they are suffering from one or more of the given disorders. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the classification scheme officially used in India for mental disorders?

    <p>The Tenth Revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as an example of a behavior that might be considered normal in a specific situation?

    <p>Jumping up and down while holding a conversation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what does the ICD-10 Classification of Behavioural and Mental Disorders provide for each disorder?

    <p>A description of the main clinical features or symptoms, and other associated features including diagnostic guidelines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned in the passage as influencing abnormal behavior?

    <p>Environmental factors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what does the ICD-10 Classification of Behavioural and Mental Disorders provide for each disorder?

    <p>A description of the main clinical features or symptoms, and other associated features including diagnostic guidelines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, which of the following approaches is NOT mentioned as being used by psychologists to explain abnormal behavior?

    <p>Psychoanalytic approach (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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