Question 1

Which of the following best describes the biopsychosocial approach in psychology?

Accepted Answer

It integrates biological, psychological, and social factors to understand mental health.

Question 2

A patient is experiencing persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, and changes in sleep and appetite. Which psychological disorder is most likely being described?

Accepted Answer

Major depressive disorder

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a fundamental attribution error?

Accepted Answer

Assuming someone is late because they are lazy, rather than considering traffic delays.

Question 4

A therapist uses exposure therapy to help a client overcome a fear of spiders. Which psychological approach is being utilized?

Accepted Answer

Behavioral

Question 5

Which equation best represents the relationship between stress and health outcomes according to the biopsychosocial model?

Accepted Answer

$$Health = Biological + Psychological + Social$$

Question 6

A person believes that their actions are controlled by outside forces, even when evidence suggests otherwise. This is an example of which psychological phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

Locus of control

Question 7

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of social loafing?

Accepted Answer

An individual exerts less effort when working in a group compared to working alone.

Question 8

A client is treated for panic disorder using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Which two approaches are integrated in CBT?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive and behavioral

Question 9

Which psychological disorder is characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar disorder

Question 10

A researcher observes that people tend to attribute their own successes to internal factors and their failures to external factors. This is known as:

Accepted Answer

Self-serving bias

Question 11

Which of the following is a symptom commonly associated with schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

Hallucinations

Question 12

A person who is excessively preoccupied with cleanliness and repeatedly washes their hands may be diagnosed with:

Accepted Answer

Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Question 13

Which psychological approach emphasizes free will, self-actualization, and personal growth?

Accepted Answer

Humanistic

Question 14

A person experiences intense fear in social situations and avoids public speaking. Which disorder does this best describe?

Accepted Answer

Social anxiety disorder

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of a psychological effect?

Accepted Answer

Improved mood after exercise

Question 16

A therapist uses unconditional positive regard and empathy in sessions. Which approach is this most consistent with?

Accepted Answer

Humanistic

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the concept of social facilitation?

Accepted Answer

Improved performance on simple tasks in the presence of others

Question 18

A person with generalized anxiety disorder is most likely to experience:

Accepted Answer

Persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life

Question 19

Which of the following is a real-world example of the locus of control concept?

Accepted Answer

Believing that studying hard will lead to good grades

Question 20

A person is diagnosed with panic disorder. Which symptom is most characteristic of this disorder?

Accepted Answer

Sudden and intense episodes of fear accompanied by physical symptoms

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