Question 1

Other-directed decision making refers to

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A)   intrinsic decision making.
B)   satisfying your own desires.
C)   seeking the approval of others.
D)   value-based decision making.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 2

All of the following are characteristic of individuals experiencing an intermittent explosive disorder (IED) , EXCEPT

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A)   expresses oneself constructively and assertively.
B)   often accompanied by depression or another disorder.
C)   may lash out uncontrollably, hurting someone else or destroying property.
D)   may not think straight or act in their own best interest.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

The model of human nature that emphasizes the effects of ideas on behaviours and feelings is the model.

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A)   behavioural
B)   cognitive
C)   psychodynamic
D)   biologicalE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT true of depression in Canada?

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A)   16% of First Nations people have experienced major depression.
B)   Women twice as likely as men to experience.
C)   Affects 11% of Canadians.
D)   10% of Inuit have experienced major depression.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

Which of the following statements describes people who are autonomous?

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A)   They are inner-directed.
B)   They respond only to what they feel as outside pressure.
C)   They don't express their feelings because of fear of disapproval.
D)   They act because they feel driven.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 6

Which statement regarding schizophrenics is false?

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A)   They may also have some form of depression.
B)   They are not at risk for suicide.
C)   They may require the help of a mental health professional.
D)   They may act to obey inner voices.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

Stability, as it relates to self-esteem, is best described as

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A)   an integration of the self.
B)   an unwavering positive self-image.
C)   a necessary component for the establishment of a sense of love and belonging.
D)   a complete absence of mixed messages about oneself from others.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of depression?

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A)   thoughts of worthlessness or guilt
B)   overeating
C)   too much or disturbed sleep
D)   poor appetite and weight loss
E)   increased energyF) C) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 9

People usually develop panic disorder in their

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A)   early twenties.
B)   early childhood.
C)   teenage years.
D)   late adulthood.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

All of the following terms are used in the behaviourist's analysis of behavioural dysfunction, EXCEPT

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A)   intervention.
B)   reinforcement.
C)   response.
D)   stimulus.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a likely characteristic of a schizophrenic disorder?

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A)   compulsive organization
B)   auditory hallucinations
C)   deteriorating social functioning
D)   delusionsE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 12

Which of the following statements about fear is false?

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A)   It is a useful daily tool to cope with life.
B)   It is considered to be a problem if it is out of proportion to real danger.
C)   It is another word for anxiety.
D)   It is a basic and useful emotion.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 13

Psychological disorders may be a result of all of the following, EXCEPT

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A)   life experience.
B)   poor communication skills.
C)   genetic differences.
D)   exposure to traumatic events.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 14

The model of human nature that emphasizes behaviour as a complex system hidden by active defenses is the model.

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A)   behavioural
B)   psychodynamic
C)   biological
D)   cognitiveE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 15

One's identity

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A)   changes profoundly as an adult.
B)   rarely changes from year to year.
C)   is established early in life.
D)   is a lifelong process.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Seasonal affective disorder

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A)   is more prevalent during seasons with more sunlight and snow.
B)   has no effective treatment.
C)   is more prevalent among people living at higher latitudes.
D)   is more prevalent during the summer months.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

A demoralized person would do all of the following, EXCEPT

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A)   minimize the success of others.
B)   use all-or-nothing thinking.
C)   take responsibility for poor outcomes.
D)   engage in cognitive distortions.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 18

All of the following are characteristic of the cognitive therapeutic approach, EXCEPT

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A)   showing there is enough evidence for the idea fueling the anxiety.
B)   showing that no disaster is going to occur.
C)   suggesting different ways of looking at the situation.
D)   mentally rehearsing the situation in a positive way before you actually face it.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Defense mechanisms like humor and substitution might best be described as

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A)   effective solutions to minor problems.
B)   personality characteristics.
C)   temporary means of coping.
D)   age-specific responses to stress.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

Physical intimacy, as it relates to psychological health, is the same as sexual intimacy.

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A) True 
 B)False

Exam 2: Psychological Health

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of depression?

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The model of human nature that emphasizes behaviour as a complex system hidden by active defenses is the model.

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A demoralized person would do all of the following, EXCEPT

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All of the following are characteristic of the cognitive therapeutic approach, EXCEPT

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Psychological disorders may be a result of all of the following, EXCEPT

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Which statement regarding schizophrenics is false?

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All of the following are characteristic of individuals experiencing an intermittent explosive disorder (IED) , EXCEPT

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Physical intimacy, as it relates to psychological health, is the same as sexual intimacy.

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Other-directed decision making refers to

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One's identity

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Seasonal affective disorder

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Which of the following statements about fear is false?

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Which of the following statements describes people who are autonomous?

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All of the following terms are used in the behaviourist's analysis of behavioural dysfunction, EXCEPT

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Which of the following is NOT a likely characteristic of a schizophrenic disorder?

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Which of the following is NOT true of depression in Canada?

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People usually develop panic disorder in their

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Stability, as it relates to self-esteem, is best described as

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The model of human nature that emphasizes the effects of ideas on behaviours and feelings is the model.

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