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Unit 8

8.11 Multiple Choice Questions

4 min read•november 23, 2021

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The DSM-5 is the latest edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, which contains all conditions recognized by the American Psychological Association.

Facts about the test: The AP Psychology exam has 100 multiple choice questions and you will be given 1 hour and 10 minutes to complete the section. That means it should take you around 11 minutes to complete 15 questions.

*The following questions were not written by CollegeBoard and although they cover information outlined in the AP Psychology Course and Exam Description, the formatting on the exam may be different.

1. Dr. Bellows believes that psychological disorders should be treated with a combination of medicine, talk therapy, and an examination of the person's family history. This approach is indicative of

A. the medical model

B. the biopsychosocial approach

C. the social-cultural approach

D. the psychoanalytical approach

2. Dr. Liu is most interested in the study of how environmental influences can impact gene expression. Dr. Liu is interested in the study of

A. epigenetics

B. heritability

C. linkage analysis

D. the human genome

3. _______ is sometimes referred to as the "common cold of psychological disorders" because of its prevalence, although it is also one of the most treatable.

A. ADHD

B. PTSD

C. generalized anxiety disorder

D. depression

4. Aki often experiences feelings of tension and worry, although she really can't put her finger on any one thing that she is nervous about. This agitation often results in her inability to fall asleep at night. Aki is most likely suffering from

A. ADHD

B. social anxiety disorder

C. generalized anxiety disorder

D. panic disorder

5. Martin has difficulty carrying out his daily activities and holding down a job because he is constantly worried about dirt and germs. Most days, he washes his hands 25-30 times to avoid catching a disease. Martin most likely has

A. conversion disorder

B. obsessive-compulsive disorder

C. generalized anxiety disorder

D. panic disorder

6. AJ was involved in a serious automobile accident in high school and suffered major trauma to his brain when he was thrown through the windshield. Although he is now 30 years old, he avoids riding in cars because it causes high anxiety. He also often has vivid flashbacks and nightmares that lead to insomnia. AJ is most clearly showing signs of

A. conversion disorder

B. panic disorder

C. obsessive-compulsive disorder

D. post-traumatic stress disorder

7. April, an aspiring novelist, will often spend weeks writing feverishly, getting little sleep. These periods of high energy and creativity will then often be followed by weeks where she can hardly get out of bed as she is convinced she will never be published. A psychologist would most likely diagnose April with

A. obsessive-compulsive disorder

B. bipolar disorder

C. panic disorder

D. mania

8. Martin believes he is an alien from planet Pandora and is often seen walking the streets talking to himself about voices from outer space who are communicating with him. Martin is showing signs of

A. dissociative identity disorder

B. conversion disorder

C. antisocial personality disorder

D. schizophrenia

9. Dr. Perry believes it is most effective to have his clients lead the discussion during their sessions, while he listens carefully and provides acceptance and empathy. Dr. Perry's approach is most characteristic of ______ therapy.

A. cognitive

B. humanistic

C. insight

D. psychoanalytic

10. Gina has a phobia of snakes. During the process of systematically desensitizing her fear, her therapist is likely to ask Gina first to

A. visit a zoo where she can look at snakes in a cage

B. thinking about holding a snake

C. have someone else hold the snake before she does

D. be brave and hold a snake while taking deep breaths

11. Albert Ellis developed this confrontational cognitive therapy which is used to challenge people's self-defeating thoughts.

A. rational-emotive therapy

B. EMDR

C. cognitive-behavioral therapy

D. dialectical behavior therapy

12. Mrs. Armstrong rewards the students in her classroom with a plastic coin each time they put their materials away after an art activity without being asked to do so. Once weekly they can trade their coins in for candy or small trinkets. Mrs Armstrong is utilizing

A. virtual reality

B. inoculation training

C. a token economy

D. a therapeutic alliance

13. Margot has recently been diagnosed with depression. Her doctor is most likely to prescribe

A. Xanax

B. Prozac

C. lithium

D. Thorazine

14. Jonathan was first prescribed antipsychotic drugs when he showed signs of schizophrenia in his early 20s. After 5 years on the drug, he now experiences frequent involuntary facial grimacing and tongue movements. It is likely Jonathan has developed

A. Parkinson's disease

B. EMDR

C. tardive dyskinesia

D. resistance

15. After spending 18 months in combat and witnessing the death of several of his buddies, Peter is happy to be back home with his family. He is grateful for his good fortune and believes his experiences have made him a stronger and better person. Peter is showing signs of

A. posttraumatic growth

B. resistance

C. repression

D. transference

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