20 Questions
Mood is a prolonged emotional state that influences one’s whole personality and life functioning. True or False?
True
Emotions are reactions to various stimuli based on collective points of view. True or False?
False
Depression is only related to psychological factors. True or False?
False
The imbalance of which neurotransmitters is related to mood regulation? Norepinephrine and dopamine or Norepinephrine and serotonin?
False
Which gland controls the secretions of hormones in the body by balancing thyroid and adrenal glands? Thyroid gland or Pituitary gland?
False
Women are less likely to develop depression compared to men. True or False?
False
Which theory suggests that faulty social interactions can contribute to depression? Psychoanalytical theory or Social theory?
False
Infants feel a sense of contentment when their basic needs are met. True or False?
True
Mode indicates an inability to restore emotional equilibrium due to unusual stress or poor internal regulation. True or False?
False
Emotions are intellectual responses. True or False?
False
Toddlers struggle to cope with new emotions such as fear, helplessness, and anxiety.
True
School-age children are unable to express and control their emotions.
False
Childhood depression in children may involve feelings of irritability, tearfulness, and sadness.
True
Depression in adolescence is not related to factors such as self-esteem, loneliness, and family strengths.
False
Depressions during adolescence tend to last for a short duration and are not associated with long-standing interpersonal problems.
False
Family interactions have no influence on depression in adults.
False
Depression is not common in elderly people.
False
Mood disorders can include alterations in emotions such as depression, mania, or both.
True
Mood disorders are not associated with suicide, especially depression.
False
Depression only affects a person's emotional state and has no impact on other aspects of life such as self-esteem, occupation, and relationships.
False
Study Notes
Mood and Emotions
- Mood is a prolonged emotional state that influences one’s whole personality and life functioning.
Emotions
- Emotions are not just intellectual responses, but also involve other factors.
- Emotions are not just reactions to stimuli, but are influenced by collective points of view.
Depression
- Depression is not only related to psychological factors, but also involves other factors.
- Depression can involve feelings of irritability, tearfulness, and sadness in children.
- Depression in adolescence is related to factors such as self-esteem, loneliness, and family strengths.
- Depression during adolescence tends to last for a longer duration and is associated with long-standing interpersonal problems.
Neurotransmitters and Hormones
- The imbalance of neurotransmitters, specifically Norepinephrine and Serotonin, is related to mood regulation.
- The Pituitary gland controls the secretions of hormones in the body by balancing thyroid and adrenal glands.
Depression and Demographics
- Women are not less likely to develop depression compared to men.
- Depression is common in elderly people.
- Depression affects not only a person's emotional state, but also their self-esteem, occupation, and relationships.
Theories of Depression
- The Social theory suggests that faulty social interactions can contribute to depression.
Emotional Development
- Infants feel a sense of contentment when their basic needs are met.
- Toddlers struggle to cope with new emotions such as fear, helplessness, and anxiety.
- School-age children are able to express and control their emotions.
Mood Disorders
- Mood disorders can include alterations in emotions such as depression, mania, or both.
- Depression is associated with suicide, especially in severe cases.
Test your knowledge about emotions, mood, and their impact on mental health with this quiz. Learn about the different emotional responses, the influence of mood on personality, and the factors that can lead to maladaptive behaviors.
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