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What is the typical time range between diagnosis and death in Alzheimer's disease?
An anxiety disorder marked by sudden, unexpected attacks of overwhelming anxiety, often associated with the fear of dying or "losing one's mind," is known as:
The category of psychological disorders that is most widespread, amounting to a prevalence of slightly more than 30 percent, involves:
The class of psychological disorders characterized by grossly impaired social, emotional, cognitive, andperceptual functioning refers to:
An anxiety disorder in which the person has recurrent, intrusive thoughts and recurrent urges to perform ritualistic actions is known as:
Persons with ____ schizophrenia show personality deterioration, speak gibberish, dress outlandishly, perform ritualized movements, and may also engage in obscene behavior.
Which of the following psychological disorders has a prevalence under one percent?
This psychiatric disorder, also known as multiple personality disorder, involves persons who have two or more distinct personalities that alternate with one another.
The illness known as ____ disorder is marked by impulsive, manipulative, often criminal behavior,without any feelings of guilt in the perpetrator.
Which major viewpoint on psychological disorders suggests that the cause is due to inherited or acquired brain disorders involving imbalances in neurotransmitters or damage to brain structures?
Which criterion for psychological disorders suggests one would have a psychological disorder if one's subjective feeling of anxiety, depression, or other unpleasant emotion determines we have a psychological disorder.
The legal term _____ attests that a person is not responsible for his or her own actions, including criminal behavior.
Steve was recently arrested for credit card fraud. He has a history of breaking the law and getting into fights with others. He frequently lies and has conned his family out of money on several occasions. When confronted about his behavior, he does not express any remorse for those he has harmed. Which of the following disorders most closely matches Steve's behaviors?
Which of the following best characterizes individuals diagnosed as having personality disorders?
Which of the following is the most effective treatment for individuals with schizophrenia?
An individual who stomps angrily out of a restaurant after being kept waiting five extra minutes for a reserved table may be exhibiting symptoms of
Rochelle is anxious because she believes that nearly everyone must approve of everything she does. Which of the following is a cognitive therapist most likely to do to help Rochelle overcome her anxiety?
Research on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has shown that it is most effective for treating which of the following disorders?
Kenyatta is participating in a research study examining the effects of a particular hormone. After she is given the hormone, she engages in behaviors that demonstrate trust in strangers, peer bonding, and group cohesion. Kenyatta was most likely given which of the following as part of the study?