Types of Psychological Disorders

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MCAT Social and Behavioral Sciences › Types of Psychological Disorders

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A patient goes to her primary care doctor complaining of mood swings affecting her in such a way that she often feels either very "high" or very "low." She denies any thoughts of worthlessness or of hurting herself, doesn't have trouble concentrating on tasks, and has no psychotic episodes when she is "low." When feeling "high," she has increased energy and happiness. Her symptoms are indicative of which of the following mood disorders?

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A patient goes to her primary care doctor complaining of mood swings affecting her in such a way that she often feels either very "high" or very "low." She denies any thoughts of worthlessness or of hurting herself, doesn't have trouble concentrating on tasks, and has no psychotic episodes when she is "low." When feeling "high," she has increased energy and happiness. Her symptoms are indicative of which of the following mood disorders?

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Which of the following psychological disorders listed would be categorized as dissociative disorders?

I. Schizophrenia

II. Schizoid personality disorder

III. Depersonalization disorder

IV. Post-traumatic stress disorder

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Below is a list of factors that may increase the chances of developing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Which of these are likely to be factors?

I. Childhood neglect or abuse

II. Being threatened with a weapon

III. Witnessing traumatic events, such as death and killing

IV. Lacking a good support system

V. Having an on-going persistent chronic condition, such as heart disease or diabetes

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Below is a list of factors that may increase the chances of developing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Which of these are likely to be factors?

I. Childhood neglect or abuse

II. Being threatened with a weapon

III. Witnessing traumatic events, such as death and killing

IV. Lacking a good support system

V. Having an on-going persistent chronic condition, such as heart disease or diabetes

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Which of the following psychological disorders listed would be categorized as dissociative disorders?

I. Schizophrenia

II. Schizoid personality disorder

III. Depersonalization disorder

IV. Post-traumatic stress disorder

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Which of the following neurotransmitters is commonly depressed in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder?

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Hallucinations, paranoia, and inappropriate behavior are associated with which of the following mental disorders?

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Which of the following neurotransmitters is commonly depressed in patients with obsessive compulsive disorder?

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Hallucinations, paranoia, and inappropriate behavior are associated with which of the following mental disorders?

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