Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following brain structures involved in response inhibition is hypoactive in mania, suggesting a link to symptoms of impulsivity (e.g., risk taking and pressured speech)?
Anonymous Quiz
21%
A. Amygdala.
20%
B. Anterior cingulate cortex.
10%
C. Insular cortex.
45%
D. Orbitofrontal cortex.
4%
E. Thalamus.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following populations is MOST at risk for developing a secondary mood disorder (i.e., either substance induced or due to another medical condition)?
Anonymous Quiz
46%
A. Adolescents.
31%
B. The elderly.
2%
C. Latinos.
13%
D. The impoverished.
8%
E. Women.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following is more common in males with bipolar disorder than in females with bipolar disorder?
Anonymous Quiz
3%
A. Co-morbid anxiety.
4%
B. Mixed features.
7%
C. Rapid cycling.
73%
D. Substance use disorder.
13%
E. Suicide attempts.
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How many times greater is the lifetime risk of suicide in individuals with bipolar disorder than in the general population?
Anonymous Quiz
26%
A. 5 times greater.
38%
B. 10 times greater.
16%
C. 15 times greater.
17%
D. 20 times greater.
3%
E. No difference.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
In addition to affective and behavioral symptoms, prospective daily ratings are required to make a diagnosis of premenstrual dysphoric disorder. For how many consecutive symptomatic menstrual cycles is the prospective rating required?
Anonymous Quiz
4%
A. One.
24%
B. Two.
48%
C. Three.
19%
D. Four.
5%
E. Five.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
The presence of which of the following symptoms is more consistent with melancholic features of major depressive disorder than atypical features?
Anonymous Quiz
7%
A. Hypersomnia
22%
B. Leaden paralysis.
45%
C. Lack of mood reactivity.
5%
D. Weight gain
21%
E. Interpersonal rejection sensitivity
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following sleep changes is commonly observed in patients with major depressive disorder?
Anonymous Quiz
15%
A. Decreased REM density.
44%
B. Decreased REM latency.
16%
C. Increased REM density.
23%
D. Increased REM latency.
2%
E. No changes in either REM latency or density.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following statements is FALSE r ing bipolar disorder with rapid cycling:
Anonymous Quiz
10%
A. Patients must experience at least four mood episodes in 1 year.
10%
B. Rapid cycling is a risk factor for antidepressant-induced mania.
46%
C. Lithium is the treatment of choice.
23%
D. Episodes must meet criteria for MDE, manic, or hypomanic episode, including episode duration.
11%
E. Rapid cycling is a poor prognostic factor in bipolar disorder.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which symptom distinguishes childhood bipolar disorder from ADHD?
Anonymous Quiz
13%
A. Irritability.
37%
B. Decreased need for sleep.
11%
C. Accelerated speech.
5%
D. Hyperactivity.
35%
E. All of the above are seen in both ADHD and bipolar disorder.
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Which of the following is TRUE regarding gender differences in bipolar disorder:
Anonymous Quiz
14%
A. Bipolar I disorder is seen more frequently in men.
6%
B. Bipolar II disorder is seen more frequently in men.
12%
C. Bipolar I disorder is seen more frequently in women.
29%
D. Bipolar II disorder is seen more frequently in women.
40%
E. Gender distribution is equal for both bipolar I disorder and bipolar II disorder.
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Which of the following is TRUE regarding suicide in bipolar disorder:
Anonymous Quiz
31%
A. People with bipolar disorder account for more than 25% all suicide deaths.
5%
B. Self-poisoning is the most common method.
29%
C. Ten percent of patients with bipolar disorder attempt suicide.
22%
D. Risk of suicide attempt decreases after hospital admission.
13%
E. Comparable risk of suicide among bipolar disorder pt whether/not they are engaged in treatment.
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Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) requires that symptoms include depressed mood for most of the day, for more days than not, for at least what period of time?
Anonymous Quiz
8%
A. 2 weeks.
4%
B. 4 weeks.
8%
C. 6 months.
10%
D. 1 year.
70%
E. 2 years.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
A specifier for depressive disorders in DSM-5 is “with anxious distress.” Which of the following symptoms does NOT support this diagnosis?
Anonymous Quiz
8%
A. Feeling keyed up or tense
6%
B. Feeling unusually restless
13%
C. Fear that something awful will happen
7%
D. Difficulty concentrating because of worry
66%
E. Loss of appetite
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
According to twin studies, what is the estimated heritability of panic disorder?
Anonymous Quiz
14%
A. 5%.
20%
B. 10%.
21%
C. 15%.
22%
D. 20%.
24%
E. 40%.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following brain structures is involved in the intense somatic sensations experienced by patients with panic disorder?
Anonymous Quiz
14%
A. Insula.
51%
B. Amygdala.
22%
C. Thalamus.
8%
D. Basal ganglia.
5%
E. Putamen.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
What is the minimum duration of symptom persistence required for a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
Anonymous Quiz
2%
A. One week.
12%
B. Two weeks.
19%
C. One month.
3%
D. Two months.
64%
E. Six months.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following is an exposure technique used in the treatment of panic disorder:
Anonymous Quiz
21%
A. Hyperventilation.
8%
B. Hypoventilation.
28%
C. Biofeedback.
31%
D. Mindfulness-based stress reduction.
12%
E. Mentalization.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following anxiety disorders has the youngest median age at onset:
Anonymous Quiz
70%
A. Separation anxiety disorder.
8%
B. Panic disorder.
3%
C. Agoraphobia.
15%
D. Social anxiety disorder.
4%
E. Generalized anxiety disorder.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following anxiety disorders has the lowest lifetime prevalence:
Anonymous Quiz
59%
A. Separation anxiety disorder.
9%
B. Panic disorder.
21%
C. Agoraphobia.
5%
D. Social anxiety disorder.
6%
E. Generalized anxiety disorder.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following anxiety disorders has the oldest median age at onset?
Anonymous Quiz
10%
A. Specific phobia.
9%
B. Panic disorder.
12%
C. Agoraphobia.
8%
D. Social anxiety disorder.
61%
E. Generalized anxiety disorder.
Forwarded from Dr.Jayyan M.S
Which of the following statements about gender d ferences in anxiety is TRUE:
Anonymous Quiz
75%
A. Women are twice as likely as men to have anxiety disorders.
10%
B. Women and men are at equal risk of having anxiety disorders.
5%
C. Men are twice as likely as women to have anxiety disorders.
11%
D. Men have higher rates of anxiety before age 20 and lower rates of anxiety after age 40.