Ivan reported a traumatic history with dogs, resulting in his fear of dogs. However, Sven also reported a traumatic history with dogs, but does not have a fear of dogs. This provides support for
a) a diathesis for phobia.
b) a preparedness view of phobia.
c) a psychoanalytic theory of phobia.
d) the two-factor theory.
Question 2When one is afraid of something that is not connected to reality or to any real threat, this is referred to as:
a) Neurotic anxiety
b) Psychoticism
c) Freudian slips
d) Sublimation
Question 3Construct validity of a diagnosis refers to
a) diagnoses that arise due to known medical factors.
b) the consistency of diagnosing the same condition.
c) an inference regarding a diagnosis based on a set of observed symptoms.
d) the likelihood that two diagnosticians would come up with the same diagnosis.
Question 4Women are at increased risk of developing post-partum depression with each successive pregnancy.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 5James has been hearing a voice telling him to hurt himself for several months. He is also quite certain that there is a leprechaun in the closet of his bedroom.
He worries that there is something wrong with him, but hasn't sought help because he's worried people will think less of him when they find out. James is avoiding treatment due to
a) stigmatization
b) schizophrenia
c) stereotyping
d) schematization
Question 6It is possible to experience mania without depressive episodes.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 7In DSM-5, depressive disorders and bipolar disorders are listed in the same chapter.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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