ASPPB Abnormal Psychology 4

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the cognitive triad in Aaron Beck's cognitive model of depression?

Accepted Answer

Negative views of self, the world, and the future

Answer

Beck's cognitive triad consists of negative views of oneself, the ongoing world/environment, and the future, all characteristic of depressive thinking.

Question 2

A patient experiences paralysis of the left hand with no neurological cause, and appears unconcerned about the symptom ('la belle indifférence'). This is most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Conversion Disorder (Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder)

Answer

Conversion Disorder involves neurological symptoms (motor or sensory) that are incompatible with recognized neurological disease and may include la belle indifférence.

Question 3

Prevalence rates for schizophrenia worldwide are approximately:

Accepted Answer

1%

Answer

Schizophrenia has a relatively consistent worldwide prevalence of approximately 1%, with onset typically in late adolescence or early adulthood.

Question 4

Which personality disorder cluster includes dramatic, emotional, and erratic behaviors per DSM-5?

Accepted Answer

Cluster B

Answer

Cluster B includes Antisocial, Borderline, Histrionic, and Narcissistic Personality Disorders, characterized by dramatic, emotional, or erratic patterns.

Question 5

A psychologist assesses a client who falsely reports symptoms of illness to assume the sick role, without any external incentive such as financial gain. This presentation is most consistent with:

Accepted Answer

Factitious Disorder

Answer

Factitious Disorder involves intentional falsification of symptoms motivated by assuming the sick role, without external incentives that characterize malingering.

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ASPPB Abnormal Psychology 4