Question 1

According to Freud, which component of personality operates on the reality principle and mediates between the demands of the id and the superego?

Accepted Answer

Ego

Question 2

A patient describes hearing voices that are not present and believes they are being watched by the government. Which psychological disorder is most likely being described?

Accepted Answer

Schizophrenia

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the Five-Factor Model of personality?

Accepted Answer

A trait theory that identifies five broad dimensions of personality

Question 4

A therapist uses systematic desensitization to help a client overcome a fear of flying. Which of the following steps is most likely part of this therapy?

Accepted Answer

Gradually exposing the client to flying-related stimuli while teaching relaxation techniques

Question 5

Which of the following is a criticism of Freud’s psychoanalytic theory?

Accepted Answer

It is difficult to test scientifically due to its focus on unconscious processes

Question 6

A person who experiences persistent, excessive worry about multiple aspects of life for at least six months is most likely suffering from which disorder?

Accepted Answer

Generalized anxiety disorder

Question 7

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of heritability in behavioral genetics?

Accepted Answer

The percentage of variation in intelligence within a population that can be attributed to genetic differences

Question 8

A client in therapy is encouraged to talk freely about whatever comes to mind, without censorship. This technique is known as:

Accepted Answer

Free association

Question 9

Which of the following is a positive symptom of schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

Delusions

Question 10

A person who alternates between periods of extreme euphoria and deep depression is most likely experiencing which disorder?

Accepted Answer

Bipolar disorder

Question 11

Which of the following best describes the biopsychosocial model of psychological disorders?

Accepted Answer

Disorders result from the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors

Question 12

Which therapy focuses on helping clients achieve self-actualization and emphasizes unconditional positive regard?

Accepted Answer

Person-centered therapy

Question 13

A person with antisocial personality disorder is most likely to:

Accepted Answer

Show little regard for the rights of others and lack remorse

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of a cognitive factor that may contribute to anxiety disorders?

Accepted Answer

Overgeneralization

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the main difference between flooding and systematic desensitization?

Accepted Answer

Flooding involves immediate and intense exposure to the feared stimulus, while systematic desensitization involves gradual exposure paired with relaxation

Question 16

Which of the following drugs is most likely to be prescribed for the treatment of schizophrenia?

Accepted Answer

Antipsychotic drugs

Question 17

A person who has recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by purging is most likely suffering from:

Accepted Answer

Bulimia nervosa

Question 18

Which of the following is a goal of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?

Accepted Answer

To change maladaptive thinking patterns

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the DSM-5?

Accepted Answer

A manual used to diagnose and classify psychological disorders

Question 20

A patient is unable to recall important personal information after a traumatic event, but there is no physical cause for the memory loss. This is most likely an example of:

Accepted Answer

Dissociative amnesia

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