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Which of the following is a characteristic of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
Which of the following is a symptom of Major Depressive Disorder?
What is the primary characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?
What is the main difference between a panic attack and a generalized anxiety disorder?
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What is a common symptom of Schizophrenia?
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Study Notes
Anxiety Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by recurring intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions).
Mood Disorders
- A symptom of Major Depressive Disorder is a persistently low mood, or anhedonia, which is the inability to experience pleasure.
Personality Disorders
- The primary characteristic of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is difficulty regulating one's emotions, leading to intense emotional dysregulation.
Anxiety Disorders
- The main difference between a panic attack and generalized anxiety disorder is that a panic attack is a sudden, intense fear response, while generalized anxiety disorder is a persistent and excessive worry about everyday things.
Psychotic Disorders
- A common symptom of Schizophrenia is a disconnection from reality, characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking and behavior.
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Test your knowledge of key terms related to psychopathology at an A-level level with this insightful quiz. From OCD to Schizophrenia, this quiz covers various disorders and their defining characteristics, symptoms, and differences. Challenge yourself and see how well you know the basics of psychopathology with this quiz.