Psychology Degree Psychological Disorders and Diagnosis 4

Question 1

According to the DSM-5, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is characterized by deficits in which two core domains?

Accepted Answer

Social communication/interaction and restricted/repetitive behaviors

Answer

ASD is defined by persistent deficits in social communication and interaction, plus restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities.

Question 2

Which eating disorder involves recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as purging, fasting, or excessive exercise?

Accepted Answer

Bulimia Nervosa

Answer

Bulimia Nervosa is characterized by recurrent binge-purge cycles occurring at least once a week for three months, often with normal or above-average body weight.

Question 3

A veteran re-experiences a combat trauma through intrusive flashbacks and avoids anything associated with the event. Which DSM-5 diagnosis best applies?

Accepted Answer

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Answer

PTSD requires exposure to trauma, intrusion symptoms, avoidance, negative cognitions/mood alterations, and hyperarousal lasting more than one month.

Question 4

Which cluster of personality disorders is described as 'odd or eccentric' in the DSM-5?

Accepted Answer

Cluster A

Answer

Cluster A includes Paranoid, Schizoid, and Schizotypal Personality Disorders, characterized by odd, eccentric thinking and behavior.

Question 5

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is coded in the DSM-5 as:

Accepted Answer

A specifier for Major Depressive Disorder ('with seasonal pattern')

Answer

SAD is not a separate diagnosis but is indicated by the 'with seasonal pattern' specifier applied to Major Depressive Disorder or Bipolar Disorder.

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