ASPPB Abnormal Psychology 5

Question 1

The term 'psychosis' specifically refers to:

Accepted Answer

A loss of contact with reality, including hallucinations and delusions

Answer

Psychosis is defined by positive symptoms representing a break from reality, primarily hallucinations (perceptions without stimuli) and delusions (fixed false beliefs).

Question 2

Epidemiological research consistently shows that which demographic factor is most strongly associated with elevated rates of most mental disorders?

Accepted Answer

Low socioeconomic status

Answer

Low socioeconomic status is robustly associated with higher rates of most mental disorders due to increased stressors, reduced resources, and limited healthcare access.

Question 3

A client describes feeling detached from their mental processes, as if they are observing themselves from outside their body. This experience is called:

Accepted Answer

Depersonalization

Answer

Depersonalization involves feelings of unreality or detachment from one's own mind or body, often described as being an outside observer of one's thoughts or sensations.

Question 4

Which of the following is TRUE about the relationship between creativity and mood disorders?

Accepted Answer

Higher rates of mood disorders, particularly bipolar disorder, are found among creative professionals

Answer

Research including studies by Kay Redfield Jamison suggests elevated rates of bipolar spectrum disorders among artists, writers, and other creative professionals.

Question 5

Under the DSM-5, which duration criterion distinguishes Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia) from Major Depressive Disorder?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms must be present for at least two years for PDD, vs. two weeks for MDD

Answer

Persistent Depressive Disorder requires a depressed mood for at least two years (one year for children/adolescents), compared to two weeks for a major depressive episode.

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ASPPB Abnormal Psychology 5